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Distro is seeking a dedicated Education Legal Rights Attorney to join its team in Broward County, Florida. This full-time position focuses on advocating for children suspected of having disabilities and those already identified as having disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and applicable Florida laws.
You will represent both community families and children involved in the foster care system, ensuring they receive the educational services, accommodations, and support they are entitled to under law. The role involves managing a substantial caseload while maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:
• Advocating for children who may require special education services and accommodations
• Representing children identified as having disabilities under federal IDEA regulations and state laws
• Serving and supporting community families as well as children within the foster care system
• Managing a substantial caseload effectively
• Conducting legal research, case preparation, advocacy, and litigation activities
• Collaborating with attorneys, support staff, volunteers, community organizations, and partner agencies
• Maintaining effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and educational institutions
• Demonstrating strong organizational skills and time management
The ideal candidate will have litigation experience and a background in children's law, education, psychology, the medical field, or related disciplines.
You should be willing to work beyond standard hours when necessary and be available for occasional evening and weekend commitments.
**Requirements:**
Required:
• Active membership in the Florida Bar
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage a large caseload effectively
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as a collaborative team member
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of underserved and vulnerable populations
• Ability to maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations
Preferred:
• Experience serving low-income communities
• Prior litigation experience
• Fluency in more than one language
• Experience or academic background in children's law, education, psychology, medical services, or disability-related/educational support services
