Special Education Associate Attorney in Pittsburgh

Job Description

Position: Special Education Associate Attorney

Billables: 1800 hours

Bonus structure

• Marketing Incentive Plan for the origination of new business
• Bonus Plan for hourly benchmarks
• Discretionary Bonus

Bonus that can range from 2500 - 7500 unless it is a very good experience.  Salary can increase quickly if they are good, however experience drives pay We provided origination fee for clients brought in by attorneys. 20% of receipts received in year one and 10% in year two

If attorneys hit their hourly minimum 1800 hours, they receive a $3000 bonus, if they hit 1950 hrs. they receive a $5000 bonus.

MUST HAVE - Specifically handling Special Education & School Law

What You'll Do:

You’ll counsel and represent public school districts on a wide range of legal matters, including:

• Special Education Law (IDEA, Section 504 – minimum 3 years’ experience required)
• Student Rights, Policies & Discipline
• School Employment & Labor Law
• Construction & Facility Planning
• Financial Solutions for Districts
• Collective Bargaining Negotiations
• Governance for School Boards & Administrators

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Pennsylvania bar license
• 3–5 years’ experience in education or public sector law
• Must have 3+ years of Special Education law experience
• Excellent writing, advocacy, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary + benefits
• A chance to grow within a well-respected firm
• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Supportive team environment
• Fully in-office role located in vibrant Pittsburgh, PA

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance - UPMC
• Profit Sharing
• 401k Safe Harbor
• Subsidized Parking Lease (garage)
• Marketing Incentive Plan
• Hourly Bonus Plan
• Professional Dues, Memberships, and CLEs paid by Firm

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.