Education Law Associate Attorney

Job Title: Education Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm located in Riverside, CA is looking for an associate attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with 0-5 years of experience who has a keen interest in practicing public agency/education law. The ideal candidate will be someone eager to grow within a collaborative team environment while taking on increasing responsibility. Strong research, writing, and presentation skills are essential for success in this role.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and support to public agencies on education law matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, court proceedings, and other legal matters.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Assist in client relationship management and communication.
• Stay up to date with developments in education law and related fields.
• Participate in firm-wide projects, initiatives, and team-building activities.

Requirements:

• 0-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation abilities.
• Must be admitted to the California State Bar in good standing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• A proactive approach to learning and career development.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing capabilities.
• Clear and persuasive verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Job Location:

• Riverside, 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.