Attorney - Independent & Private Schools Practice

Join California's Leading Education Law Firm Young, Minney & Corr, LLP (YM&C) is hiring an attorney to join our growing school practice group. The role is a strong fit for lawyers with 2+ years of experience in education, government, employment, or nonprofit transactional or litigation. About Us Young, Minney & Corr, LLP is California's most experienced and knowledgeable education law firm, with offices in Sacramento, Walnut Creek, North Hollywood, and San Diego . For over 30 years, our team of 40 attorneys has provided expert legal counsel to mission-oriented organizations throughout California, including public charter schools, independent and private schools, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The Role We are seeking an attorney with 2+ years of experience to join our school practice group. This attorney will counsel and represent private and independent schools and charter schools on the full range of legal matters they face, including: Employment and labor law — hiring, discipline, termination, wage and hour compliance, and leave issues under California and federal law Student rights and discipline — policies, procedures, expulsions, and accommodation of students with disabilities Board governance — governance documents, fiduciary duties, conflict-of-interest policies, and board training Business contracts — vendor agreements, service contracts, and memoranda of understanding Regulatory compliance — navigating state and federal requirements while safeguarding a school's autonomy in curriculum and governance Workplace investigations — conducting and advising on internal investigations This position offers the opportunity to advise school leaders on the full spectrum of issues that arise in day-to-day school operations. Qualifications 2+ years of experience in education, government, employment, or nonprofit work. Strong analytical and writing skills, including the ability to draft and review complex agreements, policies, board reports, and legal memoranda Ability to manage client relationships and handle matters with appropriate independence Commitment to the mission of independent and private education Why YM&C Meaningful work. Our clients are educators and school leaders committed to serving students and families. The legal issues they face have real stakes — for their schools, their staff, and the communities they serve. Substantive practice. Private and independent school law involves complex, frequently evolving issues across employment, governance, student affairs, regulatory compliance, and litigation. You will develop expertise across multiple disciplines. Collegial environment. Our attorneys collaborate across practice groups and offices. You will have access to the deep institutional knowledge our firm has built over more than three decades of education law practice. Competitive compensation. Base salary of $160,000 to $200,000 commensurate with experience, paired with a quarterly performance bonus, an annual firmwide bonus, and a defined path to partnership. Flexible work arrangements. Remote work available; a billable target calibrated to allow for life outside of work, and generous paid vacation in addition to firm holidays. Comprehensive benefits. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with firm contribution; CLE and California bar dues fully covered; and a home-office technology stipend. YM&C is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young, Minney & Corr, LLP