Associate Attorney - Student Services and Disabilities

BCG Attorney Search; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Fresno, CA seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Student Services and Disabilities. The ideal candidate will have 0-5 years of experience and strong research, writing, and interpersonal skills to support senior associates, of counsel, and partners in addressing a broad range of educational law matters.

The role involves conducting legal research, drafting documents, and engaging with agencies such as the California Office of Administrative Hearings.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of legal experience in relevant practice areas.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing daily advice and counsel on special education and disability matters.
• Support litigation efforts related to student services and disabilities.
• Engage with the California Office of Administrative Hearings and other relevant agencies.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents for senior attorneys.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Special education knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Student Services and Disabilities in Fresno, CA. The ideal candidate will have 0-5 years of experience and possess strong research, writing, and interpersonal skills. This role involves supporting senior associates, of counsel, and partners in addressing a wide range of issues related to students from pre-school to 12th grade.

Duties

• Assist in providing daily advice and counsel on special education and disability matters.
• Support litigation efforts related to student services and disabilities.
• Engage with the California Office of Administrative Hearings and other relevant agencies.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents for senior attorneys.

Requirements

• 0-5 years of legal experience in relevant practice areas.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Education

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

Certifications

Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with special education and disability law.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.