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Job description:
You will represent and advocate on behalf of families and children to ensure they receive an appropriate education. You will advocate on behalf of students who require special education and related services. Our practice involves interpreting and applying state and federal statutes, as well as state and federal regulations.
Day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to, meeting and advising new clients, reviewing and evaluating educational and related records, developing and implementing legal strategy, attending IEPs, Resolution Meetings, Mediation, Alternative Dispute Resolution Meetings, and other education-related meetings, and assuming pretrial and litigation responsibilities.
Duties/responsibilities:
* Represent parents, guardians, and students in school-based Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Resolution Sessions, Mediation, and special education due process hearings.
* Review and analyze large and detailed educational records to develop legal theories and claims.
* Write persuasive and organized comprehensive administrative and court complaints, motions, and briefs.
* Be well-versed in California and federal education and disability laws.
* Work closely and collaborate with educational consultants, experts, and health professionals.
* Draft, review, and negotiate agreements.
* Work with clients and experts regarding discovery, trial preparation, and other case-related work.
* Maintain legal billing daily.
* Collaborate in and utilize online legal billing, case management, and office suite programs.
Supervisory responsibilities:
* May oversee a legal assistant or paralegal as assigned based on tenure, position, and volume of work.
Required skills/abilities:
* Ability to represent parents/guardians at school IEP meetings, requiring strong advocacy, mediation, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Timely drafting of required pleadings and complaints.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing active and complex caseloads.
* Strong leadership skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
* Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and industry-related case and litigation software.
Education and experience:
* Legal degree from an accredited law school.
* Attorney with 2–5 years of experience in practicing law.
* Admitted to the State Bar of California.
* Experience in Special Education or Disability Law.
Physical requirements:
* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Ability to appear in person at court, administrative forums, and schools.
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