Associate Attorney – Public School Law (Special Education Focus)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Strictly In-Office) Position Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
A highly respected, established law firm in Pittsburgh is seeking a seasoned Public School Law Attorney to join its premier Public Law Team. This is a strategic hire for a firm known for its sophisticated counsel to school districts, where you will serve as a solicitor and special counsel to boards and administrators.
This role is designed for a practitioner who enjoys high-level advocacy and has a deep passion for the legal frameworks governing public education.
The Role & Responsibilities
Special Education Advocacy: Provide expert guidance on IDEA and Section 504 compliance.
District Counsel: Advise school boards and administrators on complex governance, student rights, and discipline matters.
Labor & Employment: Navigate school employment law issues and support collective bargaining negotiations.
Strategic Planning: Offer legal support for construction, facility planning, and district financial solutions.
Board Engagement: Attend and present at evening school board meetings, serving as a trusted advisor in real-time.
Candidate Requirements
Experience: Preferred 7+ years in school law
Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of IDEA and Section 504.
Licensure: Must be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania.
Communication: Exceptional presentation skills and the ability to interface confidently with district leadership.
Presence: Ability to work strictly in-office and attend evening board meetings as required.
Compensation & Incentives
Our client offers a competitive and transparent compensation structure that rewards both productivity and business development:
Base Salary: $130,000-$150,000 (DOE), with a clear path for rapid increases based on performance and experience.
Billable Target: 1,800 hours.
Performance Bonuses
If you are looking to make a direct impact on educational institutions within a collegial and collaborative environment, please submit your resume for a confidential review. Reach out to Nykki McAdoo at nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com.
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.
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