Public Law & Litigation Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

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Public Law & Litigation Attorney (Hybrid) - Join a Leading Education Law Firm with a Statewide Practice

Are you a highly experienced attorney with a passion for public law and litigation? Are you looking to join a dynamic team that handles cutting-edge governance issues and landmark cases? If so, this opportunity may be perfect for you.

Law Firm: Join a mid-sized women-owned education law firm with a statewide practice representing school and community college districts.

Job Title: Public Law & Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Experience: Minimum of five years of experience, including representation of public entities in litigation, experience with governance and accountability issues, and admission to the California State Bar.

Location: Candidates will be considered for the following DWK offices: San Francisco, Long Beach, San Diego, Sacramento, East Bay, Fresno.

Salary: The anticipated annual salary wage range for this position is $140,000 - $175,000, with the final salary dependent on factors such as experience, education, and industry experience.

Responsibilities:

• Represent public entities in litigation, including civil writs.
• Handle governance and accountability issues, including open meeting and public records requirements.
• Utilize excellent writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters arising in representing public entities.
• Experience presenting before governing boards is preferred.
• Prior school district representation is a plus.

Requirements:

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• Fully vaccinated and able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon commencing employment.
• Able to request an accommodation to the vaccination requirement if eligible under applicable law.

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume to Dannis Woliver Kelley at 444 W. Ocean Boulevard, Suite 1750, Long Beach, CA 90802 or .

Important Notes:

• This position is contingent upon being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for those who are unable to be vaccinated.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Join a Leading Education Law Firm:

Dannis Woliver Kelley is a mid-sized women-owned education law firm with a statewide practice representing school and community college districts. We are seeking a highly qualified Public Law & Litigation Attorney to join our Litigation and Board Ethics, Transparency and Accountability practice groups. This is a hybrid role, combining elements of both public law and litigation, and offers the opportunity to work on high-profile and impactful cases.

About the Firm:

• Mid-sized women-owned education law firm with a statewide practice.
• Represents school and community college districts.
• Handles a broad range of legal matters, including public law, litigation, labor and employment, special education, and more.

Why Work for Us?

• Join a team that works on cutting-edge governance issues and landmark cases.
• Be part of a highly respected and established education law firm.
• Work with a diverse and talented group of attorneys.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of experience, including representation of public entities in litigation.
• Experience with governance and accountability issues, including open meeting and public records requirements.
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Flexibility, initiative, and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters arising in representing public entities.
• Experience presenting before governing boards is preferred.
• Prior school district representation is a plus.
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Join Our Team:

If you are a highly skilled and experienced attorney with a passion for public law and litigation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We are looking for someone who is dedicated, driven, and eager to make a positive impact in the education law field. Join our team at Dannis Woliver Kelley and become a part of a firm that is at the forefront of education law in California. Apply now and take the next step in your legal career!

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Litigation, Board Ethics, Transparency, Accountability, Governance, Civil Writs, Open Meeting, Public Records, Writing, Research, Analytical, Communication, School District Representation

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Send cover letter and resume to Dannis Woliver Kelley at 444 W. Ocean Boulevard, Suite 1750, Long Beach, CA 90802 or

Qualification and Experience Admission to the California State Bar

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