Remote Special Education Claims Litigator

On Call Counsel; United States; À distance; USD 59 000 - 62 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

On Call Counsel is seeking a Hearing Representative for Special Education Claims in New York City on a remote, one-plus-year assignment. You will represent the agency throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Key responsibilities include managing a high-volume caseload, litigating complex cases, and ensuring compliance with education laws. Collaborative work with specialists and attorneys is required, with flexible hours to cover Eastern Time

Qualifications

• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Minimum 1+ years of recent litigation experience.
• Tech savvy with Microsoft Office and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Outlook).
• Willingness to work early morning hearings in Eastern Time.
• Preferred: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, government agency experience.

Responsabilités

• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
• Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
• Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney’s fees.
• Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
• Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Connaissances

Litigation

Caseload management

Timekeeping

Remote work

Eastern Time familiarity

Formation

Bar admission in good standing

Outils

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Description du poste

On Call Counsel is seeking a Hearing Representative for Special Education Claims in New York City on a remote, one-plus-year assignment. You will represent the agency throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Key responsibilities include managing a high-volume caseload, litigating complex cases, and ensuring compliance with education laws. Collaborative work with specialists and attorneys is required, with flexible hours to cover Eastern Time