Education/Special Education Attorney

Blackford Talent; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

PTO

Work-life balance

Job summary

Blackford Talent is seeking a qualified attorney to join a mid-sized education law firm in California. The role includes litigation and administrative hearings, as well as analytical research and writing. The position offers hybrid/remote options and requires active California Bar admission.

This is a unique opportunity for attorneys who want to contribute meaningfully to school districts and community college districts across the state. Competitive compensation of $135K–$185K plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar Admission is required.
• Candidates must reside in California.
• Experience in litigation and administrative hearings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct litigation and administrative hearings.
• Engage in high-level analytical research and writing.
• Work on IEP Plans/Hearings and Title IX complaints.

Skills

Litigation

Analytical research

Writing

IEP Plans/Hearings

Title IX compliance

IDEA/Section 504 compliance

Education

Active CA Bar Admission

Residence in CA

Job description

My client is a mid-sized education law firm running a statewide practice. They represent school districts and community college districts across California, and they've built a strong reputation doing meaningful, mission-driven work.

The Firm:

Boutique in feel, but statewide in reach: this is a team of sophisticated attorneys who genuinely care about the clients they serve and the communities those clients impact.

The Role:

• Litigation and administrative hearings (discovery, pleadings, mediations, arbitrations)
• Opportunity for high level analytical research and writing
• IEP Plans/Hearings, Title IX complaints, disability accommodations, IDEA/Section 504 compliance

Location: San Francisco, East Bay, Long Beach or San Diego (Hybrid/Remote options) or fully remote candidates open to occasional travel in California will also be considered

Comp: $135K–$185K~ DOE + full benefits (health/dental/vision, 401k w/ match, PTO + more)

This is a great fit for someone who wants their work to mean something beyond the billable hour. If this sounds interesting, please apply for immediate consideration & a confidential chat.

Note: This position does require an active CA Bar Admission & residence in CA state.