Associate Attorney: Special Education Law

*Associate Attorney: Special Education Law* Brightside Law Group is looking for an Associate Attorney to join our Special Education practice helping families in San Diego.
There is room to grow in this position for the right fit! An Associate Attorney will bring a passion for helping children and their families, the ability to find creative solutions to complex challenges and be able to navigate difficult conversations patiently and empathetically.
Priority consideration will be given to individuals with experience in education, disabilities, or civil rights.
*Minimum Qualifications:* * Active license to practice law in the state of California * Proficient with Mac operating systems, Microsoft Suite and Google Drive * Manage time and responsibilities independently * Compose high-quality written correspondence * Synthesize complex legal and factual concepts * Confidence in communication with clients * Empathetically navigate challenging conversations with diverse individuals *Preferred Qualifications:* * Bilingual, Spanish preferred * Experience with special education * Experience with Limited Conservatorships *Position Summary:* An Associate Attorney will join our team ready to learn Special Education Law through leadership mentoring, including review of relevant literature and operations guidance, assisting Senior and Managing Attorneys with active cases and continuing professional development opportunities.
We have a robust training program to ensure confidence and supporting ongoing skill development.
Once independently operating, the Associate Attorney will directly handle cases, review documents, meet with clients, write complaints, handle motions, attend mediations, negotiate settlements, and prosecute matters through hearings and appeals.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, contributing to the firm’s publications, public speaking, and attending networking functions.
This is a full time benefits-eligible position.
To apply for this position provide a cover letter, your resume and a writing sample (not longer than 10 pages).
A cover letter may be in the body of an email.
All attachments must be in PDF.
All other file types will not be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $80,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Health insurance * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday License/Certification: * Bar (Required) Work Location: In person