Associate Attorney - Public and Education Law

BCG Attorney Search; Little Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement plan

Onsite fitness center

Potential for commission

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Attorney to join its public and education teams in Little Falls, NJ. The attorney will provide legal services to municipal, boards of education, and other government entities across New Jersey.

The role emphasizes education and municipal law, with duties including advising school district administrators, drafting memoranda, and supporting hearings and meetings. A NJ bar admission is required (NY a plus).

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey; New York admission is a plus.
• 0-3 years of legal experience as an attorney.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in Lexis, Westlaw, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Arbitrate labor disputes and defend civil suits.
• Advise and counsel school district administrators.
• Research and prepare memoranda on education and municipal issues.
• Render oral and written legal advice to district administrators and board members.
• Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Legal research

Writing

Presentation skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its public and education teams in Little Falls, NJ. The successful candidate will provide legal services to municipal, boards of education, and other governmental entities throughout New Jersey.

Duties

• Arbitrate labor disputes and defend civil suits.
• Advise and counsel school district administrators.
• Research and prepare memoranda on education and municipal issues.
• Render oral and written legal advice to district administrators and board members.
• Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and meetings.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey; New York admission is a plus.
• 0-3 years of legal experience as an attorney.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in Lexis, Westlaw, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and presentation skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• High professional standards and discretion with confidential information.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Onsite fitness center.
• Potential for commission.