[Remote] Remote Staff Attorney (ID# 4282)
Note:The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking dedicated attorneys for a prestigious government agency addressing special education claims in New York City. As a Hearing Representative, you will manage a high volume of cases and represent clients throughout the special education claims process, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Responsibilities β’ Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100β200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling β’ 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 β’ Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations β’ Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness β’ Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorneyβs fees β’ 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 β’ Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands.Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders Skills β’ Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state β’ Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred) β’ Strong proficiency in bolthires Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues β’ Proven ability to manage 100β200 cases concurrently β’ Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday β’ Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like bolthires Teams and Outlook β’ Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AMβ7 PM) β’ Administrative Law β’ IEP/Special Education β’ Experience working for a government agency β’ Public Interest work β’ Settlement experience Company Overview β’ The TemPositions Group of Companies is a staffing and recruiting company providing temporary, contract, and direct hire staffing solutions.It was founded in 1962, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job