Public Agency Litigation Attorney | Education & Government

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Bonus programs

Job summary

Lozano Smith is seeking a Litigation Attorney to represent public agencies and school districts in California. You will manage complex litigation from inception through resolution, including trials, appeals, and administrative proceedings.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of litigation experience, a passion for public agency and education law, and a proven track record in civil litigation and administrative hearings. The firm emphasizes professionalism and collaborative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience.
• Proven trial experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of California public agency and employment/education laws.

Responsibilities

• Representing public entities in state and federal court in administrative hearings.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to public agency law, and education law.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and provide strategic guidance on legal issues.
• Stay current on legal developments and provide training to clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Public agency & education law

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Admission to CA State Bar

Job description

Lozano Smith is seeking a Litigation Attorney to represent public agencies and school districts in California. You will manage complex litigation from inception through resolution, including trials, appeals, and administrative proceedings.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of litigation experience, a passion for public agency and education law, and a proven track record in civil litigation and administrative hearings. The firm emphasizes professionalism and collaborative problem-solving.