Education Attorney for Private and Independent Schools

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.

This law firm was founded over 20 years ago in order to legally represent public charter schools across California in every matter. They specialize in preventive counseling, labor and employment laws, charter litigation, commercial liability, and alleged due process violations. They are passionately committed to making a deeply positive impact on the public education system. Their offices are located in Sacramento, Walnut Creek, North Hollywood, and San Diego.