Education Legal Rights Attorney

Distro; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Distro in Broward County, FL is seeking an Education Legal Rights Attorney to advocate for children with suspected or identified disabilities under IDEA and Florida law. The role focuses on securing educational services, accommodations, and supports for vulnerable students in the foster care system.

The ideal candidate will have litigation experience and a background in children’s law, education, psychology, or related fields, with the ability to handle a large caseload and work collaboratively

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership is required.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities are needed.
• Ability to manage a large caseload effectively.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as a team member.
• Experience serving underserved and vulnerable populations is valued.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for children needing special education services and accommodations.
• Represent children identified with disabilities under IDEA and Florida law.
• Support families and children in the foster care system to obtain entitlements.
• Manage a substantial caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct legal research, case preparation, advocacy, and litigation as required.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, volunteers, and partner agencies.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, schools, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills.

Skills

Florida Bar member

Strong communication skills

Organizational & time-management

Caseload management

Independent yet collaborative

Sensitivity to underserved populations

Professional under pressure

Litigation experience

Job description

Education Legal Rights Attorney - Broward County, FL Position Summary

We are is seeking a dedicated and passionate Education Legal Rights Attorney to join its team. This full-time position focuses on advocating for children suspected of having disabilities, as well as those already identified as having disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and applicable Florida laws.

The attorney will represent both community families and children involved in the foster care system, helping ensure they receive the educational services, accommodations, and support they are entitled to under the law.

The ideal candidate will have litigation experience and a background in children's law, education, psychology, the medical field, or related disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Advocate for children who may require special education services and accommodations.
• Represent children identified as having disabilities under federal IDEA regulations and state laws.
• Serve and support community families as well as children within the foster care system.
• Manage a substantial caseload while maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Conduct legal research, case preparation, advocacy, and litigation activities as required.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, support staff, volunteers, community organizations, and partner agencies.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and educational institutions.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and effective time management.

Qualifications

1. 1. Required
2. 2. Active membership in the Florida Bar.
3. 3. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
4. 4. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
5. 5. Ability to manage a large caseload effectively.
6. 6. Ability to work independently while also contributing as a collaborative team member.
7. 7. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of underserved and vulnerable populations.
8. 8. Ability to maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.

Preferred

• Experience serving low-income communities.
• Prior litigation experience.
• Fluency in more than one language.
• Experience or academic background in:
• Children's Law
• Education
• Psychology
• Medical Services
• Disability-Related or Educational Support Services

Additional Expectations

• Willingness to work beyond the standard seven-hour workday when necessary.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments.

$78,000 - $80,000 a year