Education Law Associate Attorney

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney(ies) to join our legal team at Ingerman Smith, LLP, serving school districts across New York State. The successful candidate(s) will provide legal counsel and representation on matters involving student rights, special education, staff discipline, labor relations, and school governance.  We are looking for candidates to work in our Long Island Office (Hauppauge).

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed Attorney
• Admission to the New York State Bar required
• Excellent writing and legal research skills
• 5 to 10 years of experience, preferably in litigation, labor and employment, and/or education law
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with clients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel and support to public school districts in New York State.
• Advise clients on federal and state education laws, including IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, Title IX, and Dignity for All Students Act.
• Represent School Districts in administrative hearings, including special education impartial hearings, employee discipline proceedings (Education Law §3020-a and Civil Service Law §75) and student disciplinary proceedings pursuant to Education Law §3214.
• Participate in labor negotiations with various unions as well as defend School Districts in grievances and actions before the Public Employment Relations Board. 
• Conduct internal investigations, including those involving student discipline and staff conduct.
• Draft legal documents, including memoranda, policies, contracts, and pleadings.
• Provide general education legal advice to School Districts on matters relating to residency, freedom of information law requests, and other matters.
• Provide in-service training to school administrators and board members.

About the opportunity:

• Competitive Salary (starting minimum $120,000.00)
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, and retirement savings plans
• The unique opportunity to assist educational institutions with their legal needs, furthering their broader goal of creating an environment for students and teachers to thrive in their endeavors

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Ingerman Smith, LLP is a law firm with extensive experience in Education Law and related areas, including General Municipal Law and Labor Law. We have served the community since 1937, proudly meeting the legal needs of school districts in the greater New York area for decades.