Senior Education Law Counsel — Hybrid, Impactful School Lit

Friedman & Fulfrost, LLP; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with profit-sharing

Annual billable hour bonuses

Job summary

F3 Law is seeking a Senior Education Law Associate in St. Louis, MO to provide sophisticated counsel to education clients on litigation, regulatory, and compliance matters.

The role emphasizes independent management of matters, collaboration with clients and team members, and active participation in business development. The position is hybrid, typically requiring two to three days in-office with potential for reduced-hour or part-time schedules for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license with the Missouri Bar.
• Illinois Bar admission preferred.
• Approximately 6+ years of education law experience.
• Experience representing school districts or education clients.
• Ability to manage matters independently.
• Strong litigation, research, writing, negotiation, advocacy skills.
• Excellent judgment, communication, organization, and client service.
• Hybrid work ability; part-time options available.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a sophisticated education law caseload from start to resolution.
• Advise school districts and education institutions on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Represent clients in litigation, administrative hearings, due process, mediations and negotiations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, policies, and memos.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-minded advice.
• Develop case strategy with clients and identify risks for favorable outcomes.
• Take/defend depositions; prepare witnesses for hearings and trials.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide responsive service.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and staff across the Firm.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to growth of the practice.
• Participate in client development and business development activities.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Negotiation

Client service

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Missouri Bar

Illinois Bar (preferred)

Job description

F3 Law is seeking a Senior Education Law Associate in St. Louis, MO to provide sophisticated counsel to education clients on litigation, regulatory, and compliance matters.

The role emphasizes independent management of matters, collaboration with clients and team members, and active participation in business development. The position is hybrid, typically requiring two to three days in-office with potential for reduced-hour or part-time schedules for qualified candidates.