Junior-Mid-Level Education Law Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Portsmouth (NH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule with in-office &/

Collegial team culture and robust PD

Opportunities for personal and career

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Junior-Mid-Level Education Law Attorney to join its education law practice. You will provide legal counsel to K-12 independent day and boarding schools, engage directly with clients, and help develop professional skills in a supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience, bar admissions in New Hampshire and Massachusetts (or eligibility to waive), and a strong commitment to exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an attorney.
• Experience with independent schools or similar organizations.
• Strong work ethic and ability to counsel management effectively.
• Admitted to the New Hampshire and Massachusetts Bar, or eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to K-12 independent day and boarding schools.
• Advise on employment law, student misconduct, and policy development.
• Manage investigations and crisis response efforts.
• Engage in enterprise risk management.
• Collaborate with various levels of management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Writing abilities

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior-Mid-Level Education Law Attorney to join its education law practice in Portsmouth. This role offers the chance to work with leading education law professionals, engage directly with clients, and develop professional skills in a supportive environment.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to K-12 independent day and boarding schools.
• Advise on employment law, student misconduct, and policy development.
• Manage investigations and crisis response efforts.
• Engage in enterprise risk management.
• Collaborate with various levels of management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an attorney.
• Experience with independent schools or similar organizations.
• Strong work ethic and ability to counsel management effectively.
• Admitted to the New Hampshire and Massachusetts Bar, or eligible to waive in.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Outstanding writing abilities.
• Commitment to exceptional client service.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with in-office and remote options.
• Collegial team culture and robust professional development.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.