Special Education Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Special Education Litigation Attorney in Carlsbad, CA. The attorney will assist clients in the individualized education program process, present workshops, review policies, and handle compliance complaints and due process hearings. This role focuses on disputes under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and related regulations.

Duties

• Represent clients in special education due process hearings and mediations.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and appeals in tribunals and courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on special education issues.
• Participate in resolution sessions and settlement negotiations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Member of the State Bar of California.
• 4-7 years of experience in litigation, administrative law, or education law.
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Special Education background preferred.
• Experience in administrative hearings preferred.
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and sound judgment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions.
• Supportive and intellectually engaging work environment.
• Reasonable billable hours and annual bonuses.

This law firm has offices in Los Angeles, Oakland, Fresno, San Diego, Inland Empire and Sacramento. It was established eight years ago and has more than 60 attorneys in the team working in the areas of litigation, charter schools, student services and special education, business, facilities and real estate, eMatters, higher education, labor and employment and governance and leadership. The firm believes in working towards a nation that provides high quality education.