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Education Legal Rights Attorney Jobs in Naples, Florida, USA at PrismHR
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Education Legal Rights – Legal Aid
About the Company
Our client is a Florida non-profit pro bono law firm. They work to meet the legal needs of a large, diverse, multiethnic community across Broward County. Our client’s mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to the disadvantaged of Broward County. Our client has more than 125 employees, including more than 50 attorneys, who provide free services and resources across a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency.
About the Role
In this position you will advocate for children suspected of having disabilities or who are already identified as having a disability. You will assist them in accessing appropriate educational services and public benefits. You will serve both community families and children in the foster care system. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, a background in children’s law, education, psychology, the medical field, and/or related services.
Responsibilities / Qualifications
Active membership in the Florida State Bar
Experience serving low-income communities preferred but not required
A demonstrable awareness and sensitivity to the needs of the populations we serve is necessary
Ability to work effectively with a large caseload and function professionally within a highly stressful environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently at times and also as an effective part of a team, including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners
Excellent written and communication skills
The ability to speak more than one language is a plus
A willingness to, at times, work beyond a minimum seven-hour workday, including evenings and weekends
Qualifications
Salary: /60k – 65k/ Our salary range is negotiable and will be determined based on your skills and experience. To proceed, we kindly request that you share your salary expectations with us.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Include a statement on commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services
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Title: Education Legal Rights Attorney
Company: PrismHR
Location: Naples, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal
