Student Services And Disabilities Associate Attorney

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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

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306