Overview:
A busy and well-established law firm is seeking an Education Paralegal to join its dynamic team. This role supports the Education Department, working closely with Special Education and Truancy attorneys. This position is ideal for an experienced paralegal eager to contribute to a meaningful area of law while supporting the local community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain confidential client files, records, and calendars for Special Education and Truancy cases
- Draft petitions, motions, affidavits, and other legal documents for state, district, or federal court filings
- Organize and review evidence, exhibits, and court filings for hearings, mediations, and resolutions
- Conduct legal research and summarize key judicial opinions, statutes, and regulations
- Assist with planning and presenting legal information to school district administrators during annual educational law summits
- Provide guidance to school and district administrative staff on Special Education and Truancy procedures
- Review subpoenas for student records and advise school personnel on proper compliance
- Work independently on routine matters and assist attorneys in resolving legal issues
- Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a solid understanding of legal terminology
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under deadlines
- Professional demeanor and the ability to establish effective relationships with the public, clients, and court personnel
- Proficiency in digital platforms, legal research tools, and e-filing systems (ICCES and CM/ECF preferred)
- Knowledge of the Colorado Compulsory Attendance Law of 1963 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to producing high-quality work
- Must work from the Colorado Springs office
Salary: $50-$60k/yr.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.