Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Title: Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Cerritos, CA seeks a motivated Associate Attorney to support its specialized education law division. The role centers on representing educational institutions in matters involving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, with a particular focus on disability-related legal frameworks. The ideal candidate will be driven, detail-oriented, and eager to grow under the guidance of experienced legal professionals in this niche practice area. This opportunity is ideal for early-career attorneys seeking exposure to administrative hearings, civil rights regulations, and the intersection of education and disability law.

Duties:

• Assist senior legal team members with counseling education sector clients on student-related legal matters

• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft memos, briefs, and communications

• Prepare for and support representation in hearings before administrative and regulatory bodies

• Interpret and apply laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and state/federal special education mandates

• Support litigation and compliance matters involving the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), California Department of Education (CDE), and Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)

• Stay current with changes in education and disability law impacting public institutions

• Collaborate across departments to ensure consistent and informed client representation

Requirements:

• 0–5 years of post-bar legal experience

• Strong analytical and legal writing abilities

• Demonstrated interest or coursework in education law, disability rights, or civil rights litigation

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Capacity to manage multiple assignments with shifting priorities

Education:

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

• Active membership in the California State Bar

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar (Required)

Skills:

• Legal research and drafting

• Knowledge of disability-related legislation in educational settings

• Administrative hearing preparation

• Professional verbal and written communication

• Ability to work collaboratively with legal teams and external stakeholders

Job Location:

• Cerritos, 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.