Associate Attorney - School Law

Tressler LLP•Chicago, IL

6d•$136,000 - $146,000

About The Position

Tressler is seeking an associate attorney with at least three years of legal experience to join its School Law Team within the Local Government Practice in Chicago. The position focuses on education-related legal matters and requires strong legal judgment, writing, analysis, and interpersonal skills. The attorney will conduct impartial fact-finding reviews, advise on investigative procedures and legal requirements, and manage matters independently while meeting deadlines and communicating with clients, families, school personnel, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Admission in good standing and at least three years of post-law-school legal experience.
Active Illinois bar license.
Strong knowledge of federal and state special education mandates, including IDEA and Section 504.
Excellent legal writing, research, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently, and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with school-based, special education, civil rights, compliance, or other fact-finding investigations.
Experience advising educational institutions or parents and families on special education matters and dispute-resolution processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct impartial fact-finding reviews, including record review, witness interviews, legal analysis, and preparation of written findings.
Advise on investigative procedures and legal requirements.
Manage matters independently and meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively with clients, families, school personnel, and other stakeholders.