Education Attorney: Public School Districts Advocate

Lozano Smith; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Benefits

Job summary

The position requires California bar admission, JD, and strong research/writing skills, with opportunities for mentorship and a collaborative culture across the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for advocating for educational institutions and public agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to K-12 public school districts, community colleges and county offices of education, on governance, student issues, contracts, and compliance.
• Advise on student rights and discipline, Title IX, special education (IDEA/Section 504), and public records issues.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings and proceedings, such as those before the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal abilities

Advocacy for educational institutions

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

The position requires California bar admission, JD, and strong research/writing skills, with opportunities for mentorship and a collaborative culture across the firm.