Managing Attorney - Disability Rights (Remote)

COPAA; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability Rights Florida is seeking a Managing Attorney to safeguard the civil rights of people with disabilities in institutional settings, in the community, and in Florida public schools. You will supervise a team, oversee legal services, and provide representation in administrative hearings and courts.

The position requires a minimum of five years as an attorney, Florida Bar membership, strong litigation experience, and the ability to travel statewide.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as an attorney, with preference for civil rights and education work.
• Experience supervising attorney and non-attorney legal staff.
• Member of the Florida Bar.
• Knowledge of current state and federal law, regulations, court and agency procedures.
• Significant civil rights litigation experience in state or federal courts.
• Strong written and spoken English with professional legal communication.
• Ability to supervise staff, analyze complex problems, and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of management principles and strategic planning.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams with professionals.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Florida, including rural areas.
• Government clearance by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Director in managing attorney and non-attorney staff.
• Provide legal supervision of the work of assigned advocate/investigators and other non-attorney staff.
• Provide legal representation in a variety of forums to clients and the organization.
• Appear at administrative hearings, state and federal court, state agency and legislative meetings; engage in advocacy, education, outreach.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bar membership

Litigation experience

English communication

Management & planning

Disability law knowledge

Travel availability

Government clearance

Job description

Disability Rights Florida is seeking a Managing Attorney to safeguard the civil rights of people with disabilities in institutional settings, in the community, and in Florida public schools. You will supervise a team, oversee legal services, and provide representation in administrative hearings and courts.

The position requires a minimum of five years as an attorney, Florida Bar membership, strong litigation experience, and the ability to travel statewide.