Higher Education Investigations Attorney

Overview

A law firm with a dynamic and fast-growing higher education practice is seeking an attorney with over 2 years of experience. The role focuses on areas such as civil rights and Title IX investigations, higher education compliance, disability law, employment law, and/or litigation. Prior experience in higher education administration or providing legal counsel to educational institutions is preferred.

This position is primarily remote but requires flexibility to be on-site when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support civil rights investigators and hearing officers
• Learn and expand into investigative and hearing officer roles
• Manage multiple assignments collaboratively with other attorneys
• Conduct legal research and writing with a sensitive yet neutral approach to complex cases

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of legal experience
• Experience in civil rights, Title IX investigations, higher education compliance, disability law, employment law, and/or litigation
• Strong academic credentials and high ethical standards
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in higher education administration or providing legal counsel to educational institutions
• Interest in writing and teamwork
• Curiosity and a balanced approach to difficult cases

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Anticipated salary range: $110,000–$125,000
• Actual salary determined based on background, experience, and education, consistent with applicable law

Location

• Primarily remote with flexibility to be on-site as needed

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). No search firms or recruiters, please.