Senior Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago


Rockville, Maryland, United States Montgomery County Public Schools Full time

Job Summary

This position provides high-quality legal counsel and representation for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). The successful candidate will serve as a legal adviser on a wide variety of matters, including education, students' rights, civil rights, employment, real estate, local government, procurement, contract, or tort law. The role involves participating in litigation cases and advising stakeholders, district leaders, and MCPS employees on legal matters as needed. The position also oversees the work of legal support positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation for MCPS on various matters
• Participate in litigation cases and advise stakeholders as needed
• Oversee the work of legal support positions
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with MCPS employees and managers
• Communicate effectively with diverse constituencies

Requirements

• Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Minimum of five (5) years of recent progressively more responsible professional experience in public or private sector practice of law
• Experience in settlement resolution/negotiations and public litigation

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position with a 12-month schedule. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment and must be able to multi-task, prioritize changing assignments, and organize a busy workload while meeting deadlines and working well under pressure.



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