Schools & Education Attorney

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⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

💵 $145k - $190k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💼 Attorney / Lawyer

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Sands Anderson is a dependable law firm that provides resourceful legal counsel and strategic guidance to clients facing both anticipated and unexpected legal challenges. With a team of over 80 exceptional attorneys across five offices in Virginia and North Carolina, Sands Anderson excels at delivering sophisticated legal advice with a personal touch. The firm aims to build long-lasting relationships, whether with clients or attorneys seeking a professional home, fostering an environment where clients can look forward to thriving in their endeavors.

📋 Description

• Provide general counsel and day-to-day advice to school boards, school divisions, and educational institutions • Advise on employment and personnel matters, including employee discipline, policies, investigations, and workplace issues • Handle student matters, including discipline, student rights, and related administrative proceedings • Advise on special education and disability matters, including IDEA, Section 504, and ADA compliance • Handle Title IX and other civil rights and discrimination matters • Develop, interpret, and implement policies and procedures • Advise on school board governance, meetings, and public-sector decision-making • Advise on Virginia Freedom of Information Act and other public records and open-meeting requirements • Handle contracts, procurement, and vendor relationships • Advise on regulatory compliance and risk management • Handle administrative proceedings, investigations, and litigation • Train school administrators, board members, and other education professionals on legal developments and best practices • Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments affecting Virginia schools and educational institutions • Work closely with the Schools & Education team and collaborate across practice areas • Develop trusted client relationships and contribute to the growth of the firm's Schools & Education practice

🎯 Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school • Active membership in the Virginia State Bar or eligibility for admission in Virginia • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in education law, local government, public-sector law, employment law, special education, civil rights, or a related practice area • Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and communication skills • Ability to provide practical, responsive advice directly to clients • Strong judgment and the ability to manage sensitive and complex matters • Ability to work collaboratively across practice areas and with attorneys, administrators, governing boards, and other client stakeholders • Experience working directly with Virginia public school divisions or other Virginia public entities is preferred • Experience as in-house or university counsel, government attorneys, school board counsel, or attorneys who regularly advise public-sector clients is encouraged

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