Special Education Attorney

Lozano Smith; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Child-Friendly Business Award

Community Engagement Projects

Collaborative Environment

Focus on Schools and Community

Partnership with school districts and

Job summary

Lozano Smith's Walnut Creek office is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Special Education Practice. We partner with public school districts to navigate complex legal challenges and support student success.

The ideal candidate is a bright, motivated attorney with up to 3 years of experience who is passionate about education law and advocacy, with strong writing and research skills and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.
• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for advocating educational institutions and public agencies.

Responsibilities

• Join Lozano Smith's Special Education Practice and support public school districts in navigating complex legal challenges.
• Develop and advocate effective legal strategies to promote student success in education law.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Admiss ion to the State Bar of California

Job description

Special EducationAttorney

Lozano Smith's Walnut Creek office is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Special Education Practice. Recognized as a leader in special education law throughout California, we partner with public school districts to navigate complex legal challenges and support student success. We are looking for a bright, motivated attorney with up to 3 years of experience who is interested in building a career in special education law.The ideal candidate is a creative thinker and compassionate advocate who is passionate about supporting public school districts and helping them navigate the complex requirements of education law. Candidates should possess strong academic credentials, excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, a sense of humor, and a commitment to teamwork.If you're looking for a challenging and meaningful practice where you can make a difference for California's students, educators, and school communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Passion for advocating for educational institutions and public agencies

The posted range represents the full span for the role and does not indicate that every hire will be placed at the top of the range.

Lozano Smith is committed to giving all employees the opportunity to experience meaningful, impactful work. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, and experience, among others. We provide competitive salary, benefits, and bonus programs.

We are California's leading public

agency law firm, where professionals

thrive and grow. Experience a

by mentorship, development, and

Lozano Smith values diversity,

fostering an inclusive environment

where varied perspectives enrich our

work and culture. Our dedication to

equity and representation ensures a

dynamic team that reflects the

communities we serve.

Spotlight on Culture

• Professional Development
• Child-Friendly Business Award
• Community Engagement Projects
• Collaborative Environment
• Focus on Schools and Community
• Partnering with school districts,
• community colleges, cities, counties
• and all types of public agencies is at
• the core of what we do. Our 30+ year
• commitment has positively impacted
• countless students and communities
• throughout California.