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
- Writing Sample