Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Title

Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A distinguished law firm based in Irvine, CA is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented attorney to join its Student Advocacy and Educational Rights practice. This opportunity is ideal for early-career professionals eager to build a legal career centered around supporting educational institutions and student-related legal matters, particularly in areas related to disability rights and compliance.

Duties

• Assist senior attorneys, of counsel, and partners in handling a diverse range of student-related legal matters.

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, correspondence, and supporting documents.

• Participate in case strategy development and litigation preparation.

• Support clients in navigating compliance with laws impacting students with disabilities.

• Contribute to legal proceedings involving administrative agencies such as:

  • California Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)

  • California Department of Education (CDE)

  • Federal Office for Civil Rights (OCR)

• Interpret and apply laws related to special education and anti-discrimination statutes.

Requirements

• 0-5 years of post-law school experience.

• Strong legal writing and research capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interaction.

• Interest or background in education law, particularly student services, and civil rights.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the California State Bar (or pending admission).

Certifications

• Active membership or eligibility to practice law in California.

Skills

• Proficiency in interpreting legal codes related to:

  • The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Attention to detail in legal documentation.

• Ability to manage time effectively across multiple ongoing matters.

• Adaptability in working both independently and collaboratively.

Job Location

• Irvine, CA

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.