General Education Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a General Education Attorney in Austin, TX. The role involves representing public-school districts and educational institutions in employment, governance, administrative law, and student issues, including civil rights and constitutional law. The firm is looking for an attorney licensed in Texas with 0-3 years of experience to join their expanding team.

Duties

• Represent public-school districts in legal matters.
• Advise on employment and governance issues.
• Handle administrative law and student-related cases.
• Engage in civil rights and constitutional law matters.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• 0-3 years of legal experience.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Excellent writing and attention to detail.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Texas Bar admission.

Skills

• Interest or experience in public speaking.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with school districts or governmental entities preferred.

This more than 25 year old law firm has several offices in Texas and an office in New Mexico. Its areas of concentration include education law and general insurance defense. A fairly large team of highly-regarded attorneys make up the firm. It has six areas of practice such as facilities-business, employment and special education.