Special education Attorney/
New York NY
Special education Attorney/
Full Time • New York NY
Job Title: Special Education Attorney / General Counsel Attorney
Location: New York, NY
Pay Rate: $60/hour
Location: New York, NY
Pay Rate: $60/hour
Job Overview:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Attorney to support both Special Education matters and General Counsel responsibilities. This role involves providing legal guidance, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and representing clients in education-related legal proceedings.
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Attorney to support both Special Education matters and General Counsel responsibilities. This role involves providing legal guidance, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and representing clients in education-related legal proceedings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in special education hearings, mediations, and due process proceedings
- Provide legal counsel on matters related to IDEA, ADA, and other education laws
- Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, policies, and legal documents
- Advise leadership on legal risks, compliance, and governance matters
- Handle general legal issues including employment law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure legal alignment
- Stay updated on changes in education law and New York state regulations
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in the State of New York
- Experience in special education law and/or general counsel responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of IDEA, ADA, and New York education regulations
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience representing school districts or educational institutions
- Experience handling due process hearings and IEP-related disputes
- Background in public sector or education law
Work Schedule:
- Full-time / Contract (flexible based on client needs)
Compensation & Benefits:
- Pay rate: $60/hour
- Opportunity to work on diverse legal matters within the education sector
Compensation: $60.00 per hour
About Us
Priority Cares Home Services is a New York-based agency dedicated to providing compassionate care to communities across Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Westchester, and Staten Island. We offer coordination services for various Medicaid waiver programs, including NHTD, TBI, and PCA.
Our experienced team ensures that clients receive top-quality care from their designated caregivers, with ongoing support and information available as needed. We prioritize the comfort and well-being of both clients and caregivers, ensuring that aid/caregivers are paid on time and without hassle.
Our experienced team ensures that clients receive top-quality care from their designated caregivers, with ongoing support and information available as needed. We prioritize the comfort and well-being of both clients and caregivers, ensuring that aid/caregivers are paid on time and without hassle.
MISSION
We are dedicated to delivering compassionate and reliable home care services that empower individuals to live with dignity and independence. Through CDPAP, NHTD, and TBI services, we ensure our clients receive personalized care that promotes well-being and enhances quality of life.
VISION
To lead the home care industry in providing comprehensive, person-centered services that enable individuals to thrive in their own homes while fostering greater community support and involvement.
To lead the home care industry in providing comprehensive, person-centered services that enable individuals to thrive in their own homes while fostering greater community support and involvement.
VALUES
- Compassion: We put the well-being of our clients first, ensuring their comfort and care are at the heart of everything we do.
- Independence: We support individuals in maintaining control over their lives and decisions through personalized care.
- Respect: Every individual is treated with dignity, ensuring that their needs and preferences are prioritized.
- Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in care provision, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Inclusivity: We are committed to serving diverse populations and making our services accessible to all.