Education Law Associate Attorney

Profile

A law firm in Fairfax is seeking an Education Law Associate Attorney to represent school boards, administrators, teachers, and other school employees in administrative proceedings and state/federal trial and appellate courts. The ideal candidate should possess strong academic credentials, excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus, and candidates with private practice experience or trial-level experience are preferred.

Duties:

• Represent school boards, administrators, teachers, and other school employees in administrative proceedings.
• Handle cases in state and federal trial and appellate courts related to education law matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on education law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Assist in case management and strategy development.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia State Bar.
• Strong academic credentials.

Experience:

• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• Private practice experience or trial-level experience preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of education law and related regulations.
• Experience in administrative proceedings and court litigation.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306