Senior Education Law Associate Attorney

Job Title: Senior Education Law Associate Attorney
Job Location: Cerritos, CA

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm, specializing in providing legal services to educational institutions, is currently seeking a Senior Education Law Associate Attorney for their Southern California office in Cerritos. The firm is looking for an experienced attorney to offer expert guidance to public and private K-12 schools, community college districts, and related entities on various legal matters, particularly governance, labor, and employment law. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in advising public entities and a deep understanding of the educational sector's unique legal challenges.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to school and district administrators on employee management matters, including discipline, termination, and retention.

• Assist clients with navigating California Public Records Act requests, ensuring compliance with the Brown Act, and managing conflicts of interest.

• Represent educational agencies in administrative hearings and other legal proceedings.

• Advise on employee leave policies, disability accommodations, and related employment law issues.

• Support Title IX and Uniform Complaint Officers with the proper handling and management of complaints, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies.

• Lead and facilitate training for clients on critical legal topics related to education law.

• Participate in conferences and marketing opportunities both internally and externally, contributing to the firm's reputation.

Requirements

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

• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in labor and employment law, preferably within the educational or public sector.

• Demonstrated ability in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.

• Experience with litigation and administrative hearings is a plus.

• Ability to foster and maintain strong client relationships.

• Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Expertise in labor and employment law.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in managing complex legal issues and client relationships.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Location

• Cerritos, CA

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision coverage).

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Profit-sharing contribution from the firm.

• Paid time off and holiday benefits.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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.