Associate Attorney Special Education Advocacy

Profile

A law firm seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join a dynamic team advocating for students with disabilities. Based in Pittsburgh, PA (hybrid remote option), this role involves championing the rights of children under federal education statutes.

Duties

• Handle a full caseload involving the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

• Conduct client interviews with families and students to gather relevant facts and background information

• Draft detailed memoranda, legal briefs, and due process complaints

• Represent clients at Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, mediations, and administrative hearings before the Office for Dispute Resolution

• File complaints and negotiate resolutions on behalf of students challenging special education services or accommodations

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective advocacy strategies and ensure continuity of client support

Requirements

• Admission to the Pennsylvania bar, or eligibility for reciprocal admission

• Excellent verbal advocacy and negotiation abilities

• Strong legal research and writing skills, with the capacity to produce persuasive, well-organized documents

• Capacity to manage all phases of a caseload independently, from intake through resolution

• Commitment to advancing civil rights and educational equity for students with disabilities

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Pennsylvania law license (or eligibility for reciprocal licensure)

• Familiarity with special education law (IDEA, Section 504) is preferred but not mandatory; candidates with prior disability rights or children’s rights experience will be given special consideration

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting legal memoranda, briefs, and administrative filings

• Effective client-interviewing and counseling techniques, particularly with families navigating special education systems

• Competence in advocacy during IEP meetings, mediations, and administrative hearings

• Strong organizational aptitude to track multiple cases and deadlines concurrently

• Ability to work collaboratively in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Benefits

• 401(k) plan

• Dental insurance

• Flexible scheduling options

• Health insurance

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306