STAFF ATTORNEY: EDUCATION (Springfield)

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate • Springfield, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

CLA seeks a staff attorney to work in its education law unit. The attorney will be based in CLA's Springfield office and will assist at-risk students with cases involving Individualized Education Programs, school discipline (including suspensions and expulsions), language access, and other issues specifically affecting low-income students. The attorney may also assist children with disabilities seeking to obtain or maintain benefits from the Social Security Administration, with a focus on cases at the reconsideration and appeal levels. The attorney will conduct community outreach and education and may assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

Requirements

• Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative setting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in education law preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist at-risk students with cases involving Individualized Education Programs, school discipline (including suspensions and expulsions), language access, and other issues specifically affecting low-income students.
• Assist children with disabilities seeking to obtain or maintain benefits from the Social Security Administration, with a focus on cases at the reconsideration and appeal levels.
• Conduct community outreach and education.
• Assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer-paid contribution
• Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Relocation stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed