Senior Generalist Education Attorney

Job Title: Senior Generalist Education Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm is seeking a Senior Generalist Education Attorney to join its San Diego office. This role involves assisting public school districts and other public agencies with a wide range of education law matters, including administrative hearings, compliance, and litigation. The ideal candidate should have 26 years of experience, with a focus on helping educational institutions meet procedural and substantive legal requirements.

Location: 

•  San Diego

Duties: 

• Represent public school districts in administrative hearings and litigation.
• Advise clients on compliance with education law and regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents, policies, and contracts related to school district operations.
• Provide legal counsel on issues such as student rights, employment matters, and governance.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement strategies that address legal issues in education.
• Support clients with guidance on transactional matters, as needed.

Requirements: 

• 26 years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a focus on education law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate approach with a dedication to supporting public agencies and educational institutions.

Education: 

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications: 

• Active membership in the State Bar.

Skills: 

• Familiarity with administrative hearings and education law compliance.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with public agencies or school districts is a plus.

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentoring and training programs.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on community engagement.
• Additional benefits include family-friendly policies and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Formed in 1986, the firm has offices across California and specializes in more than 20 complex fields of law including crisis management, eminent domain, environmental law, climate change, workplace investigations, water law, transportation, and several other areas. For the past 30 years, the firm has grown throughout the state with more than 130 attorneys and staff. Attracting diversity to the firm, to the legal profession, and to the communities helps provide clients with the most effective and efficient legal services. Besides offering a competitive salary with a benefits plan that includes health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick days, and retirement savings plans, the firm also promotes a working environment that encourages and supports integrity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment. Committed to supporting the communities, the firm partners with a wide range of organizations to meet the shared goal of making the world a better place for everyone and sponsors a broad range of activities with diverse bar associations, law student organizations, alumni associations, youth groups, and clients. This firm is well known in the legal community and has earned numerous awards and honors for professional achievements and activities.