Senior SEU Attorney: Education Policy & Appeals

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 107 000 - 111 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The New York City Department of Education's Office of the General Counsel seeks a Level 3 Special Education Unit Attorney to handle complex SEU cases, advise on compliance with federal/state laws, and lead staff training.

Under supervision of the Director and Deputy Director, the attorney will supervise SEU Legal Associates, participate in impartial hearings, negotiate settlements, and prepare appellate and trial-level submissions for education law matters.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Litigation experience.
• Ability to understand provisions of applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong legal research skills.

Responsabilités

• Prepares for and/or tries complex cases with significant precedents and financial implications.
• Negotiate and implement settlements of special education claims.
• Provide training for SEU staff on compliance with education laws.
• Supervise SEU Legal Associates and review case documentation.
• Appears at pre-hearing conferences and handles appeals in tribunals and courts.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Litigation experience

Research skills

Supervisory experience

Formation

Admission to NYS Bar

Juris Doctor degree

Description du poste

The New York City Department of Education's Office of the General Counsel seeks a Level 3 Special Education Unit Attorney to handle complex SEU cases, advise on compliance with federal/state laws, and lead staff training.

Under supervision of the Director and Deputy Director, the attorney will supervise SEU Legal Associates, participate in impartial hearings, negotiate settlements, and prepare appellate and trial-level submissions for education law matters.