Education Law Associate Attorney #32547

Location: Boston Metro, MA | Hybrid – 2 remote days/week

Salary Range: $110K-$165K | Bonus Eligible

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday Exempt

Required: 2+ years of experience practicing education law

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A boutique legal practice is seeking a skilled Education Law Associate Attorney to join its collaborative and growing legal team in Boston. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with experience in education law , special education law , and charter school representation to work alongside respected practitioners in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications & Skills

A Juris Doctor

2+ years of experience in education law

Experience with special education matters strongly preferred

Experience representing charter schools preferred

Familiarity with proceedings before the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA) is a plus

Knowledge of employment law matters preferred

Strong research, drafting, and communication skills

Active Massachusetts Bar admission or ability to waive in

Position Overview

The Education Law Associate will support a thriving practice representing organizations involved in education reform and educational services. This role includes advising and representing clients such as:

Public charter schools

Private special education schools

Educational nonprofits

Teacher training organizations

Education management organizations

Grow Your Legal Career

If you are an attorney looking to grow your career in education law , work closely with respected clients, and join a supportive hybrid workplace, we encourage you to apply today. This is a unique opportunity to build meaningful client relationships and advance your legal career with a well-established Boston practice.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHN LEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.