Associate Attorney - School Law

Associate Attorney – School Law

Role Description
We are seeking an associate attorney with 3 years of experience to join the School Law Team of our Local Government Practice in Chicago. The role focuses on education-related legal matters and requires strong legal judgment, writing, analysis, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct impartial fact-finding reviews, including record review, witness interviews, legal analysis, and written findings.
• Advise on investigative procedures and legal requirements.
• Manage matters independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with clients, families, school personnel, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, admission in good standing, and at least three years of post-law-school legal experience.
• Active Illinois bar license.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state special education mandates, including IDEA and Section 504.
• Excellent legal writing, research, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, work indep