Litigation Attorney

HirefinderRPO; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HirefinderRPO seeks a Litigation Attorney to advocate for children with disabilities under IDEA in Florida. This full-time role focuses on protecting educational rights and ensuring access to services and accommodations.

The ideal candidate has litigation experience and will represent families in foster care contexts, collaborating with schools, counties, and guardians ad litem to secure appropriate supports.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar member in good standing.
• Experience in education or children's law is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent families and children in IDEA proceedings and related litigation.
• Advocate for educational services, accommodations, and supports under Florida law.
• Collaborate with schools, foster care agencies, and guardians ad litem.

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Time management

Caseload management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Sensitivity to underserved populations

Professionalism

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Are you passionate about protecting educational rights, and creating meaningful change in your community? We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Litigation 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.

Qualifications

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