Baltimore City Public Schools
Legal Counsel (Assistant, Associate, Senior)
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
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Counsel (Assistant, Associate, Senior)
role at
Baltimore City Public Schools .
Under the leadership of the Chief Legal Officer, the Office of Legal Counsel provides cost‑effective, high‑quality, creative, and proactive legal problem‑solving. The Office supports the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, the Chief Executive Officer, and school system employees in navigating legal requirements, managing risk, conserving resources, promoting dispute resolution, reducing avoidable litigation, and engaging in strategic decision‑making to promote equity and academic excellence for all students.
Essential Functions
Provide legal advice and counsel on a wide range of matters, including contracts, transactions, procurement, land use, labor and employment, special education and student civil rights, litigation, and/or legal support for school operations.
Represent the Board, CEO, and other school system employees in federal and state courts and administrative hearings, including preparing and reviewing briefs, motions, pleadings, organizing complex discovery, and conducting trials.
Respond to complaints and investigations from government agencies, drafting written responses with extensive legal analysis.
Negotiate settlements and resolve legal matters.
Coordinate responses to public information requests and subpoenas.
Conduct legal research and draft opinions regarding legal questions, interpreting laws, rulings, and policies, while addressing current or potential litigation exposure.
Advise on federal and state legislation affecting the school system.
Draft and review policies, regulations, contracts, and other documents.
Provide strategic guidance and anticipate legal issues.
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, case law, and best practices.
Provide legal updates and training to staff.
Support school‑based staff on custody disputes and other legal matters.
Utilize resources efficiently, communicate status proactively, and exercise sound judgment to resolve sensitive matters.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, and all applicable laws and school board policies.
Additional Functions (Senior Counsel)
Lead legal services in designated practice areas.
Supervise Assistant and Associate Counsel and support staff as directed by the Chief Legal Officer.
Manage outside counsel and coordinate legal projects.
Participate in cross‑functional teams and provide leadership support to the Chief Legal Officer.
Desired Qualifications Assistant Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
1–2 years of legal experience preferred.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Experience in one or more primary practice areas highly preferred.
Hiring Range: $87,963 – $122,815.
Associate Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible legal experience.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in one or more primary practice areas.
Hiring Range: $98,972 – $138,185.
Senior Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible legal experience.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Documented management/supervisory experience.
Significant experience in one or more primary practice areas.
Experience managing large‑scale legal projects.
Hiring Range: $118,909 – $166,022.
All Levels
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent legal research and presentation abilities.
Ability to build relationships with school employees, external attorneys, government leaders, and community stakeholders.
Skill in interacting with diverse constituencies and conveying complex information diplomatically.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience may be considered.
Application Requirements
Completed online application.
Resume demonstrating minimum qualifications.
Copies of all transcripts and certifications.
Three professional references (name, title, address, email, phone).
All required documentation uploaded into the application.
Benefits This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options, please see the relevant union information at
http://www.baltimorecityschools.org .
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Counsel (Assistant, Associate, Senior)
role at
Baltimore City Public Schools .
Under the leadership of the Chief Legal Officer, the Office of Legal Counsel provides cost‑effective, high‑quality, creative, and proactive legal problem‑solving. The Office supports the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, the Chief Executive Officer, and school system employees in navigating legal requirements, managing risk, conserving resources, promoting dispute resolution, reducing avoidable litigation, and engaging in strategic decision‑making to promote equity and academic excellence for all students.
Essential Functions
Provide legal advice and counsel on a wide range of matters, including contracts, transactions, procurement, land use, labor and employment, special education and student civil rights, litigation, and/or legal support for school operations.
Represent the Board, CEO, and other school system employees in federal and state courts and administrative hearings, including preparing and reviewing briefs, motions, pleadings, organizing complex discovery, and conducting trials.
Respond to complaints and investigations from government agencies, drafting written responses with extensive legal analysis.
Negotiate settlements and resolve legal matters.
Coordinate responses to public information requests and subpoenas.
Conduct legal research and draft opinions regarding legal questions, interpreting laws, rulings, and policies, while addressing current or potential litigation exposure.
Advise on federal and state legislation affecting the school system.
Draft and review policies, regulations, contracts, and other documents.
Provide strategic guidance and anticipate legal issues.
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, case law, and best practices.
Provide legal updates and training to staff.
Support school‑based staff on custody disputes and other legal matters.
Utilize resources efficiently, communicate status proactively, and exercise sound judgment to resolve sensitive matters.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, and all applicable laws and school board policies.
Additional Functions (Senior Counsel)
Lead legal services in designated practice areas.
Supervise Assistant and Associate Counsel and support staff as directed by the Chief Legal Officer.
Manage outside counsel and coordinate legal projects.
Participate in cross‑functional teams and provide leadership support to the Chief Legal Officer.
Desired Qualifications Assistant Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
1–2 years of legal experience preferred.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Experience in one or more primary practice areas highly preferred.
Hiring Range: $87,963 – $122,815.
Associate Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible legal experience.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in one or more primary practice areas.
Hiring Range: $98,972 – $138,185.
Senior Counsel
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible legal experience.
Maryland State Bar membership highly preferred.
Documented management/supervisory experience.
Significant experience in one or more primary practice areas.
Experience managing large‑scale legal projects.
Hiring Range: $118,909 – $166,022.
All Levels
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent legal research and presentation abilities.
Ability to build relationships with school employees, external attorneys, government leaders, and community stakeholders.
Skill in interacting with diverse constituencies and conveying complex information diplomatically.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience may be considered.
Application Requirements
Completed online application.
Resume demonstrating minimum qualifications.
Copies of all transcripts and certifications.
Three professional references (name, title, address, email, phone).
All required documentation uploaded into the application.
Benefits This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options, please see the relevant union information at
http://www.baltimorecityschools.org .
Baltimore City Public Schools (
#J-18808-Ljbffr