REMOTE Attorney

The TemPositions Group of Companies; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious government agency is seeking dedicated contract attorneys for a remote 1+ year assignment. This role offers the chance to engage in complex litigation, negotiate settlements, and provide essential training on compliance with education laws. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in litigation, excellent legal research skills, and a commitment to professionalism. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while working with a diverse team. If you're ready to take on challenging cases and contribute to meaningful outcomes, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Admitted and in good standing in any state.
• 2+ years of litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and try complex cases with significant legal implications.
• Negotiate settlements for special education claims.
• Provide training on compliance with education laws.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Legal Research Skills

Negotiation Skills

Professionalism

Computer Literacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Contract Attorney

Our client, a prestigious government agency, is seeking contract attorneys who are barred and in good standing in any state, with 2+ years of litigation experience, to work remotely on a 1+ year assignment starting in January 2025.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare for and/or try complex cases involving significant precedents, novel and complicated legal and factual determinations, or with substantial legal, policy, or financial implications.
2. Determine the advisability of presenting witnesses and the admissibility of evidence, along with legal strategy considerations.
3. Provide training to field staff and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) clinical staff on compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
4. Consult with special education specialists, technical experts, and other attorneys, including litigant counsel.
5. Negotiate and implement settlements for special education claims.
6. Prepare and argue difficult cases and appeals in administrative tribunals.
7. Review, revise, and approve agreements prepared by other attorneys.
8. Draft memoranda seeking fiscal settlement authority.
9. Analyze the strength of impartial hearing cases and evaluate plaintiffs’ demands.
10. Instruct relevant offices on obligations to parents and students following impartial hearing orders.
11. Review internal settlement recommendations and gather evidence for case research.
12. Appear at pre-hearing conferences and review administrative decisions.
13. Research state and federal case law relevant to settlement negotiations.
14. Collaborate with advocacy groups, parents, and private attorneys to reach mutually beneficial settlements.
15. Review, revise, and approve stipulations of settlement and claims for attorney’s fees.
16. Prepare reports, statistical data, and case recommendations.
17. Review requests for pendency and other administrative decisions.

Additional Requirements:

• Admitted and in good standing in any state.
• Efficient legal research skills.
• Professionalism, including providing a two-week notice when leaving the assignment.
• Computer literacy: troubleshooting, data entry in Excel, good Wi-Fi, familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Handling a large caseload of 100-200 cases.

Position Details:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours/week (no overtime).
• Reporting based on NYC/eastern time zone.

Salary:

• $41.75/hr for attorneys with 1-7 years of experience.
• $43.75/hr for attorneys with 7+ years of experience.

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.