Education Attorney for Private and Independent Schools

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Education Attorney in Sacramento, CA, to make a significant impact in K-12 and independent school law. The role involves advising private and independent schools on complex legal issues, including labor and employment matters, and contributing to the educational landscape.

Duties

• Serve as trusted counsel to school leaders and boards on governance, policy, and risk management.
• Handle student discipline, enrollment/admissions issues, and student/parent disputes.
• Advise on employment law, including hiring/termination, investigations, wage/hour, and accommodations.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, handbooks, policies, and MOUs.
• Manage pre-litigation strategy and litigation in state/federal court and administrative matters.
• Provide training on best practices, compliance, privacy/data security, and records management.
• Partner with a collaborative team that values practical solutions and outstanding client service.

Requirements

• Active California Bar membership (required).
• 5+ years advising/representing private and/or independent schools in California.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• A collegial, detail-oriented, strategic approach and commitment to client service.
• Bonus: experience with nonprofit corporate issues, religious/mission-aligned schools, investigations, privacy & data security, or policy/handbook development.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active California Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented and strategic approach.
• Commitment to client service.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306