Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Title

Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm based in Fresno, California seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join its Student Services and Disability legal team. This role involves supporting experienced attorneys in a specialized education law practice, with a strong emphasis on disability-related student matters. The ideal candidate will have a passion for advocacy, a nuanced understanding of legal frameworks in educational settings, and an eagerness to work collaboratively across a dynamic team of legal professionals.

Duties

• Assist senior legal team members with case preparation and legal strategy

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on education and disability-related matters

• Provide day-to-day legal counsel on issues affecting students in pre-K through 12th grade

• Participate in case management for administrative hearings and proceedings

• Support litigation and compliance efforts involving public education agencies

• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence for matters before regulatory bodies

• Interact with clients and stakeholders to gather relevant information and communicate legal findings

Requirements

• 0-5 years of relevant legal experience

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce well-organized, clear written work

• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to legal problem-solving

• Familiarity with public education law and administrative procedures preferred

Education

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

• Admission to the California State Bar, or eligibility for admission

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California

Skills

• In-depth legal research and writing capabilities

• Knowledge of special education law, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Familiarity with procedures before the California Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), California Department of Education (CDE), and the U.S. Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is a plus

Job Location

Fresno, 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.