[Remote] Director of Legal Services

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. They are seeking a Director of Legal Services to monitor and interpret legislation affecting charter school operations, advise leadership on education law and compliance, and manage legal matters involving Academica California.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret California and federal legislation affecting charter school operations, and communicate implications to school leaders and Academica management
• Advise the Managing Director and Academica leadership on education law, charter school policy, and compliance requirements
• Support schools in understanding their regulatory obligations, ensuring Academica’s service delivery aligns with applicable law
• Coordinate with school board counsel and regulatory bodies as needed on charter renewals, amendments, or compliance matters
• Manage legal matters involving Academica California directly, including coordinating with outside counsel retained by Academica when specialized expertise or representation is required
• Serve as Academica’s point of coordination with school board counsel when disputes or proceedings involve both the school and Academica’s operations
• Maintain awareness of active legal matters across California schools and flag issues with potential organizational impact to the Managing Director
• Provide schools and Academica staff with guidance and resources related to student discipline, due process procedures, and compliance obligations
• Advise on special education compliance requirements under IDEA, Section 504, and applicable California law as they relate to Academica’s operational role
• Coordinate with school board counsel on due process hearings, complaints, and appeals that require legal representation
• Serve as Academica’s internal legal resource on employment matters, including HR policy compliance, investigations, terminations, and employment agreements
• Manage workers’ compensation matters in coordination with HR and third-party administrators
• Advise on California labor law, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and related employment issues affecting Academica personnel

Skills

• Licensed Attorney
• Draft Motions
• Employment Law
• Education Law

Benefits

• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

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