Asociate Attorney- Special Education

Zunch Staffing; Legal; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal staffing agency is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Special Education Law to represent clients in matters including litigation involving the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Candidates should have a law degree and at least five years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive salaries, inclusive health insurance, and excellent benefits. Ideal candidates will work independently while maintaining strong professional relationships with school officials and clients, contributing to diverse education-related matters beyond special education.

Benefits

100% paid single health insurance

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in special education law.
• Strong ability to maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to research complex legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Represent school districts in special education litigation.
• Research and prepare legal memoranda on complex issues.
• Maintain proficiency in advanced legal techniques.

Skills

Minimum of 5 years of experience in special education law

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to research and interpret facts and laws

Effective communication in oral and written forms

Ability to work independently

Self-motivated and committed to ongoing learning

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorney – Special Education

Location: Mt Laurel, NJ

Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in special education law
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to research and interpret facts and laws related to intricate special education programs and situations
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written forms with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and establish work priorities
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, committed to staying current with the latest legal techniques

Job Description

Our law firm's School Law Practice, within the Public Schools and Education Department, is seeking an experienced attorney with a focus on special education matters. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience representing school districts in various aspects of special education, including litigation involving the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), development of Individual Education Programs (IEPs), and representation in mediations and due process hearings before the Office of Administrative Law. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of education-related matters beyond special education.

The firm is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits, including 100% paid single health insurance plus a portion of dependent costs, a 401(k) match, and profit sharing.

Essential Functions

• Minimum five years’ experience in special education litigation, including IEP development, representation in mediations, and due process hearings
• Strong interpersonal skills to work professionally with school administrators, court officials, judges, attorneys, parents, and maintain effective working relationships
• Research and interpret facts and laws related to intricate special education programs and situations. Perform analysis and provide opinions on highly complex issues impacting clients
• Research and prepare memoranda on a variety of legal issues
• Represent clients in legal proceedings, including court appearances, mediations, hearings, and meetings
• Maintain a high level of proficiency in the most current and advanced legal techniques

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited law school with admission to the relevant Bar
• Minimum of five years of legal experience in school and special education law. Experience in special education, general labor relations, and negotiations
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written forms with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and establish work priorities
• Ability to work within established systems and processes, collaborating extensively with other attorneys, paralegals, and office staff
• Work to generate new clients through individual and firm-wide networking and marketing efforts
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, committed to staying current with the latest legal techniques

This job description outlines the general nature of the role and does not imply that all duties will be performed by every individual in this position. It does not limit the tasks that an employee may reasonably be requested to perform and does not alter the firm's at‑will policy.