Education Legal Rights Attorney
Core
Advocate for children with disabilities to ensure they receive entitled educational services and accommodations under IDEA and Florida laws.
Role type
Education Legal Rights Attorney
Builds
Legal representation and advocacy for children and families in special education and foster care contexts
Domain
Education law / Special education / Child welfare
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Litigation experience, Children's law expertise, Legal research, Case preparation, Advocacy, Florida Bar membership
Preferred skills
Experience in low-income communities, Multilingualism, Background in psychology or medical services
Responsibilities
Represent children identified as having disabilities under federal IDEA regulations and state laws, Serve and support community families and children within the foster care system, Conduct legal research, case preparation, advocacy, and litigation activities, Manage a substantial caseload while maintaining professionalism
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, independent practitioner