Associate Attorney – Special Education Litigation

Hybrid (NYC) or Fully Remote Start Date: May or June 2026

About The Firm

We are a growing law firm focused on representing families in special education matters, with a practice centered on securing appropriate educational services and outcomes for students with disabilities. Our work is fast‑paced, client‑facing, and litigation‑driven, and we pride ourselves on high‑quality advocacy, practical problem‑solving, and thoughtful client counseling.

The Role

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our special education practice. This attorney will independently manage a caseload of special education matters, represent parents in impartial hearing proceedings, and work closely with firm leadership on case strategy, client intake, and litigation planning.

This role is well‑suited for an attorney who is comfortable running matters from intake through resolution, enjoys client interaction, and is looking for meaningful responsibility within a collaborative, flexible environment.

The position may be based in New York City (hybrid) or fully remote, at the candidate's preference.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing a caseload of special education matters from intake through resolution
• Advising and representing parents of children with disabilities in:
• Impartial hearing administrative proceedings
• Appeals to the New York State Education Department Office of State Review
  
  

Conducting client intakes and initial consultations, including assessing the merits of potential claimsDrafting pleadings, due process complaints, witness affidavits, direct and cross‑examination outlines, opening statements, and closing briefsRepresenting clients at impartial hearings, including examining witnesses and presenting evidenceNegotiating settlements and drafting stipulations of settlementConducting legal research and preparing written advocacy at all stages of a matterParticipating in IEP meetings and related school‑based proceedings, as appropriateSupervising and working closely with paralegals and support staff on assigned matters, including:

• Guiding document collection and case preparation
• Reviewing and delegating pre‑ and post‑hearing tasks
  
  

Coordinating with relevant Department of Education offices to ensure implementation of interim orders, hearing decisions, and settlementsMaintaining accurate and timely case notes, time records, and client communications in the firm's case management systemsContributing ideas for process improvements, efficiencies, and best practices within the practice

Qualifications

Required:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or eligibility for prompt admission)
• Litigation experience, including managing matters through all stages of the litigation process
• Strong interest in special education law and advocacy for students with disabilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
• Comfort working directly with clients and handling sensitive, high‑stakes matters
  
  

Preferred

• Prior experience in special education and/or disability law
• Experience handling impartial hearings and administrative proceedings
• Experience working with diverse client populations
• Fluency in Spanish or another language commonly spoken in New York City (not required)
  
  

Work Environment & Expectations

• Hybrid (NYC) or fully remote work arrangements available
• Professional, client‑facing role with occasional evening or weekend work as required by case needs
• High degree of autonomy, paired with close collaboration with firm leadership
• Emphasis on quality advocacy, responsiveness, and follow‑through
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $110,000 – $130,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits and additional details will be discussed during the interview process.

Start Date

We are targeting a May or June 2026 start date.