Education Law Attorney

Established (30+ Years) Premier Firm Seeking Education Law Associate for Education Law in East Syracuse, New YorkAn established firm based in East Syracuse, New York with over 30 years in practice is seeking an Education Law Associate with 5+ years of experience to join their team in a hybrid work arrangement. This role focuses on education law matters representing public school districts and BOCES, including advisory, compliance, and litigation matters, while working in a highly collaborative and mission-driven law firm environment dedicated to serving public education clients.

OfferSalary range: $115,000-$160,000+401(k) plan with firm contributionsAnnually funded profit sharing planHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insuranceAdditional competitive benefitsQualificationsAdmission to the New York State Bar and in good standingAt least 5+ years of experience practicing education law or closely related public sector lawExperience advising public school districts, boards of education, or other educational institutionsStrong legal writing, research, and analytical skillsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with boards of education, administrators, and stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a collegial and team-oriented law firm environmentResponsibilitiesProviding legal counsel and representation to school district and BOCES clients on a wide range of education law mattersAdvising boards of education and administrators on governance, policy development, and regulatory complianceHandling matters involving student discipline, special education, personnel issues, and school operationsDrafting and reviewing policies, contracts, and resolutions for public education clientsRepresenting school districts in administrative proceedings and related litigationSupporting clients with risk management, training, and proactive legal guidance related to educational operations