Special Education Litigation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Special Education Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, CA. The attorney will assist clients in the individualized education program process, present workshops, review policies, and handle compliance complaints and due process hearings related to special education services.

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 with administrative hearings preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Member of the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong understanding of California statutes.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with families, educators, and administrators.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage emotionally charged cases.

Benefits

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

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 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.