Education Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Irvine, CA, seeks a dedicated and skilled Education Law Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in workplace investigation and a passion for education law. The role involves handling complex legal matters related to educational institutions, public sector law, and employment issues, focusing on ensuring compliance and effectively addressing legal challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough workplace investigations, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing detailed reports.
• Advise clients on legal issues related to education law, including Title IX matters, public sector regulations, and labor/employment concerns.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policies, and other legal documents.
• Stay current with changes in education law and public sector regulations and incorporate this knowledge into legal strategies and advice.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff members to develop case strategies and ensure comprehensive legal representation.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on legal topics related to education law and workplace investigations.
• Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings, case files, and correspondence.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting workplace investigations.
• Experience in public sector law or labor/employment law.
• Admitted to the California State Bar in good standing.
• Strong background in education law preferred.
• Title IX experience is strongly preferred.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting investigations and gathering evidence.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong academic record and a demonstrated desire to learn and grow within the field.

This California firm was founded in 1979 and focuses on employment, labor, construction, education, real estate, general business and business litigation, corporate, taxation, bankruptcy, and immigration. Committed to high-quality legal work, the highly experienced lawyers have won many cases on behalf of clients. The firm has received numerous awards and accolades for professional accomplishments and contributions to communities. The diverse team of attorneys has business and education backgrounds allowing for the combination of practical, useful advice with innovative legal strategies. Believing in diversity, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The attorneys actively support education and other non-profit organizations. The firm is committed to collegiality, teamwork, and openness with each other and with clients. The firm also provides numerous in-house training sessions and workshops on current legal matters.