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Litigation Attorney Education & Public Agency Law - Orange County

$150k - $190k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Attorney – Education & Public Agency Law
Orange County, CA | In-Office with Hybrid Flexibility After 60 Days
Full-Time
$150,000 – $190,000 annually

A respected California education law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join its Orange County office. This role offers the opportunity to advise and represent public school districts, community college districts, and higher education institutions on a wide range of education and public agency matters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in litigation, mediation, arbitration, and administrative proceedings
  • Advise on employment matters, employee discipline, workplace investigations, ADA accommodations, and governance issues
  • Counsel clients on student-related matters, including FERPA, discipline, First Amendment issues, and special education compliance
  • Support labor relations and collective bargaining matters
  • Advise on business operations, facilities, real estate, and public agency matters
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably with public agency representation
  • Strong research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
  • Experience in education law, labor and employment, litigation, or public agency law preferred
  • Trial experience is a plus
  • Active membership and good standing with the California Bar required
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
Work Environment & Benefits
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative, team-focused culture
  • Hybrid flexibility available after 60 days of employment
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and bonus opportunities
Application Materials

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a representative writing sample to be considered for this opportunity. Cover letter and writing sample can be emailed to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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