Special Education Unit Appeals Attorney

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Special Education Unit – Appeals Attorney
Duties: Under the supervision of the Special Education Appeals Unit Managing Attorney, with latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Special Education Unit Appeal Attorney engages in difficult and complex legal work and supervisory review of work products which have significant financial, procedural, or policy consequences. Performs related work. Works closely with the Special Education staff, including the Special Education Office, Committees on Special Education, the Office of School Support, and the staff in the Office of Legal Services and the Office of Corporation Counsel. Reviews administrative and judicial decisions in special education matters for possible appeal. Determines the advisability of appealing cases to the Office of State Review upon examination of the Impartial Hearing record. Conducts legal research. Drafts appellate documents. Reviews and responds to appeals of Impartial Hearing Orders. Acts as liaison to the Office of the Corporation Counsel for special education matters appealed to the State and Federal Court. Reviews court petitions and answers, discusses legal strategies, and attends court conferences. Is responsible for the maintenance of appeal files and databases. Reviews decisions for tracking issues and significant trends; takes appropriate action. Negotiates the settlement of appeals of special education claims. Reviews, investigates, and as appropriate, negotiates and finalizes settlement of IDEA claims filed with the DOE. Reviews, revises, and approves agreements prepared by staff attorneys. Analyzes, studies, and reports on the effects of City, State, and Federal legislation.

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