Education Law Associates

Adams Silva & McNally LLP is a boutique California law firm dedicated exclusively to representing public school districts and public agencies. ASM's practice spans the full scope of education law, from labor negotiations and employment matters to special education compliance, student discipline, board governance, and facilities. Our clients are the boards and their staff who are responsible for educating California's students, and we take that responsibility seriously. Driven attorneys at ASM take on significant responsibility quickly, handling administrative hearings, advising clients directly, and representing districts in proceedings from early in their tenure. If you are looking for a practice where your contributions are visible and your development is intentional, ASM wants to hear from you.
Since

2016

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Current Openings

ASM is seeking an attorney with a background in education law, public agency representation, labor and employment, or a closely related practice area. Candidates with experience at a school district, County Office of Education, or education law firm are strongly encouraged to apply. You will advise clients on day-to-day legal matters, draft board policies and resolutions, and represent districts in administrative proceedings, with senior attorney mentorship and support throughout. This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, with an annual pay range of $130,000 to $180,000.

Benefits & Professional Development

  • Full employer-paid health benefits
  • Generous 401(k) plan, including 3% employer contribution plus discretionary profit sharing
  • Paid holidays
  • Structured senior attorney mentorship program
  • In-house CLE training program
  • Speaking opportunities at CSBA, ACSA conferences
  • Direct client contact, commensurate with experience
  • Early hearing experience for qualified candidates

This long-term contract role is designed for an experienced attorney seeking substantive, flexible work in public agency or education law. You will be integrated into ASM’s practice, working alongside our attorneys, advising clients, and contributing to matters across the firm’s practice areas. This engagement carries a genuine potential path to employment status for the right candidate. This position offers a competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience, with a pay range of $100.00 – $130.00 per hour.

What This Role Includes

  • Access to ASM’s in-house CLE training program
  • Substantive, client-facing work across the firm’s practice areas
  • Flexible schedule — approximately 15–25 hours per week
  • Long-term engagement with a clear path to employment for the right candidate

These positions is open in El Segundo and Carlsbad, CA. Remote and/or hybrid opportunities available for the appropriate candidates.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Active California State Bar license
  • Experience in education law, public agency law, labor and employment, or administrative proceedings
  • Strong research and writing skills with close attention to detail
  • A collaborative mindset and genuine commitment to public education
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and advise non-attorney clients with clarity and confidence

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. ASM reviews applications on a rolling basis and responds to all complete submissions.

Send to: admin@asmesq.com

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