Attorney

The Rane Center; Deutschland; Remote; USD 75.000 - 95.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent special education law practice is seeking an Attorney skilled in litigation. The role involves advocating for children and families in court matters and drafting legal documents. The position is fully remote, offering part-time or full-time, and provides opportunities for professional growth. Strong experience in litigation and effective communication skills are essential.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifikationen

• Admission to practice in New York State or ability to waive into New York.
• Experience billing and tracking time accurately for legal work is required.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Aufgaben

• Represent parents and students in administrative due process hearings.
• Engage in federal and state court litigation, including appeals.
• Draft and file Due Process Complaints; prepare pleadings and motions.
• Handle motion practice and conduct legal research.

Kenntnisse

Strong litigation skills

Negotiation

Legal writing

Communication

Time management

Ausbildung

J.D. from an accredited law school

Jobbeschreibung

A prominent special education law practice seeks an Attorney with strong litigation experience who is a go-getter — articulate, driven, and committed to an excellent work ethic. Special education or disability rights experience is not required; training will be provided for the right candidate with strong litigation skills and a passion for advocating for children and families. New York State Bar admission is required; SDNY experience is a plus and will be highly valued.

This is a fully remote position offering flexibility, high-impact advocacy, and opportunities for professional growth. Part-time or full-time hourly work with flexibility is available for the right candidate. Candidates must have experience with billing and tracking time accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent parents and students in administrative due process hearings, appeals, and federal court matters.
• Engage in federal and state court litigation, including appeals, complex legal research, and drafting.
• Draft, file, and litigate Due Process Complaints; prepare pleadings, motions, and legal briefs.
• Develop case strategies, conduct case development and manage evidentiary records.
• Handle motion practice and deliver high-quality, in-depth legal research.
• Apply highly developed critical thinking and strategic problem-solving skills; demonstrate the ability to think creatively and outside the box.
• Negotiate settlements with school districts.
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Accurately track and record billable time in accordance with firm billing procedures.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York State, or admission to another state bar with the ability to waive into New York.
• Strong litigation skills, including depositions, motion practice, excellent legal research, and trial or hearing experience.
• Experience with federal and state court practice; SDNY experience and demonstrated experience with appellate work are highly valued.
• Outstanding legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience billing and accurately tracking time for legal work is required.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and client advocacy abilities.
• Must be highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote environment.
• Must be proactive, articulate, and demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality representation.