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Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims

Background on the Project:

A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Pay Rates:

• 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
• 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
• Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
• Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney’s fees.
• Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
• Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
• Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
• Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
• Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
• Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Business Litigation & Transaction Lawyer - $155,000 + bonuses, described below - Plano, TX 75074

Hours Expectations: Our attorneys bill 6 hours per day because we believe in Work-Life Balance. This is 1380 hour a year versus many firms with 1800 or 2000 expectations.

Job Description: Our attorneys:

Represent small businesses in three roughly equal ways:

• Transactions: Entity formations, contracts, agreements and licensing. For example, Secretary of State filings, Drafting LLC docs, Drafting Customer or Employee Contracts, Reviewing Vendor Contracts and Business Sale Agreements.
• Conflict Driven Cases: Handle conflicts between parties. We do a lot of business “divorces”, breach of contract matters and a bit of commercial collections. For example, demand and cease & desist letters. These are not yet in litigation but might be headed there.
• Litigation: These are the above that will be or are filed at the courthouse. The attorney needs to be able to take a matter from Petition/Answer through the closure which might include appearances at various court proceedings or final hearing, collections or negotiations.

We do not do real estate, estate planning or securities. Over time our relationships with clients often develop into more of an outside general counsel role.

Answer prospective client calls and confidently provide information and plan to turn into a client.

Produce quality and thoughtful communications, legal documents and pleadings.

Through commitment and discipline actively work matters and prospective clients to reach expectations, including adding time daily and moving matters toward completion

Salary and Bonuses: Experienced attorneys can start as high as $155,000 with bonuses. Our salaries per hour worked are very competitive with national firms. Less experienced attorneys will naturally demand a lower starting salary, but we increase on six month step up based on performance.

We have bonuses for:

• New Client – This monthly bonus is based on a percent of new initial retainers brought in by the attorney.
• Client Retention - This monthly bonus rewards our attorneys for repeat business based on a percent of repeat initial retainers brought in.
• Hours Billed Over 6 Per Day - For hours billed and collected in excess of 6 per day, we pay $150.
• Meeting 1380 Hours - This annual bonus is 2.5% of base salary.

Culture: Our Core Values are:

• Believe and Protect Their Dreams: This applies first and foremost to helping our team members achieve their dreams. If we take care of our team they will take care of our clients!
• Create Solutions: We are not problem bringers. We are here to help our team and clients fix issues and grow.
• Constant Communication: Clients hate getting the Mushroom Treatment, which is getting fed BS and being kept in the dark. We do not do that nor do we deliver surprise invoices. We respect their pocketbooks and interests with built in communication routines.
• Teamwork = Dreamwork: We play team ball and work together in our non-hierarchical culture that fosters collaboration withing the attorney teams and with the staff.

Career Advancement and Additional Benefits: We recognize and reward our attorneys with the following distinctions:

• Partner: After five years with the firm attorneys become non-equity partners.
• Senior Counsel: Less than five years with the firm but attorney has over ten years of experience.
• Senior Lawyer: Less than five years with the firm but attorney has over five years of experience.
• Business Lawyer: All others.

**PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED**

Opensity Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support one of our premier legal clients in a remote capacity. This role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of a case, from initiation through trial preparation and post-trial activities.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing court documents, managing case files, scheduling meetings, compiling discovery materials, handling client communications, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. This role is critical to the smooth operation and progression of litigation matters.

The position requires 5 to 10 years of litigation experience, with specific expertise supporting California courts. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential legal information with professionalism and discretion.

Position Details

• Full-time position, with possible overtime during busy periods

• Remote Schedule: Friday – Monday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM PT | 10-hour shifts per day

• Pay Rate: $34.00 – $38.00 per hour, depending on region

• Candidates must be located in the United States but cannot reside in California, Alaska, or Nevada

Key Responsibilities

Document & Case Management

• Organize and maintain case files (electronic and physical) using NetDocuments or other document management systems

• Index, redact, and prepare documents, pleadings, and exhibits for court under the direct supervision of the managing attorney

Legal Research & Court Records Management

• Conduct legal research using databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support litigation strategy

• Retrieve case information from California court websites, federal and state dockets, and PACER

• Monitor court records and dockets to track case progress and filing deadlines

Drafting & Filing Court Documents

• Prepare legal documents including motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, pleadings, and correspondence under attorney supervision

• File documents in state and federal courts, including California courts, using electronic and physical filing methods

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal court rules and deadlines

Client & Attorney Support

• Respond to client inquiries, provide case updates, and coordinate scheduling of meetings

• Coordinate with opposing counsel, court clerks, and third-party vendors

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys to ensure seamless case progression

Discovery Process & Trial Preparation

• Assist in gathering, reviewing, and organizing discovery materials including requests for production, interrogatories, and depositions

• Manage document production and maintain privilege logs

• Prepare trial notebooks, witness lists, and courtroom exhibits

• Coordinate trial logistics and ensure all required materials are prepared

Calendar & Docket Management

• Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and schedule hearings, depositions, and attorney meetings

• Send reminders and provide case status updates to attorneys

Billing, Data Entry & Administrative Support

• Track time entries and expenses for billing purposes

• Assist with invoice preparation and data entry using Chrome River, Intapp (Time Tracking Software), and other billing platforms

• Support administrative tasks related to case management, document retrieval, and compliance tracking

Skills and Qualifications

Required

• Experience: 5 to 10 years working in litigation or as a legal assistant

• Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology, and California court rules

• Court Filing Experience: Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures, including California electronic filing systems

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, NetDocuments, LexisNexis, Westlaw, PACER, and state court websites

• Billing & Data Entry: Experience using Chrome River (invoicing), Intapp (time tracking), and PACER (court records access)

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in document preparation, data entry, and file organization

• Confidentiality & Professionalism: Ability to handle sensitive legal information with discretion

Preferred

• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal training

• Experience with e-discovery tools and litigation database management

• Knowledge of litigation in areas such as labor & employment, commercial litigation, or intellectual property

Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Muñoz’s Plano office is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our growing team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Texas (in good standing).
• 2+ years of litigation experience; includes trial and trial‑prep experience.
• Insurance defense litigation is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities and practical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us

• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
• Base compensation paired with a well-designed bonus structure provides excellent earning potential.
• Rich benefits package and 401 (k), including licenses, memberships, and technology.
• Be part of a unified, mission‑focused practice serving public schools and local government with purpose and pride.

*Direct applicants only—no third‑party submissions.

**To be considered for this position, applicants must include the following:

• A cover letter that includes a paragraph explaining your interest in the position and in our firm.
• A minimum of three (3) professional references.
• A recent sample of your litigation writing that reflects your current work product.

We look forward to learning more about your experience and the strengths you can contribute to our firm!

Partner Attorney

Frisco, Texas | Hybrid Flexibility

A highly respected North Texas business law firm is seeking an experienced Partner-level attorney to join its growing Frisco office. The firm is a full-service business law practice representing high-net-worth individuals, corporations, financial institutions, and governmental entities across a wide range of sophisticated legal matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established attorney who wants to maintain autonomy over their practice while collaborating with a collegial and entrepreneurial team.

About the Firm

This firm was founded by attorneys from major national firms who wanted to provide clients with high-quality legal representation in a more efficient and collaborative environment.

Today, the firm supports clients across numerous practice areas including:

• Commercial and complex litigation
• Corporate and business law
• Real estate and construction
• Intellectual property
• Labor and employment
• Bankruptcy and restructuring
• Estate planning and probate
• Securities and finance
• Energy and tax matters

The Opportunity

The firm is actively seeking partner-level attorneys with an established book of business who are interested in joining a collaborative platform that supports long-term practice growth.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Licensed attorney in good standing with the Texas Bar
• Significant experience in one or more business-focused practice areas
• Portable book of business of $300,000+ in annual originations
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and lead legal matters
• Interest in working within a team-oriented, entrepreneurial environment

What the Firm Offers

• Partner-level platform with strong operational and marketing support
• Collaborative culture with attorneys from diverse practice backgrounds
• Ability to grow and expand your practice within a respected regional firm
• Flexible and business-friendly practice structure
• Access to high-quality resources and established client base opportunities

Interested?

Confidential inquiries are welcome. Attorneys with established client relationships seeking a strong platform to expand their practice are encouraged to apply or reach out directly.

Litigation Attorney

Plano, Texas

Salary: $165-190k

Billables hours: 1800

A leading full-service firm is looking to hire a Litigation Attorney into a team built around trial work.

This role offers exposure to sophisticated general liability matters including high-exposure injury defense, broad commercial litigation, and labor/employment matters.

The firm is recognized for excellence in litigation and provides attorneys with meaningful responsibility, partner support, and hands-on litigation experience.

The ideal candidate is a motivated, strategic litigator who values high-quality advocacy and client service.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow and expand your career within a firm known for its collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defend general liability matters, including high-exposure injury defense and commercial disputes
• Manage cases from intake through resolution or trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Conduct and defend depositions, appear in court for oral arguments and trials, and lead mediations and settlement discussion

What’s Needed:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Texas bar.
• Minimum 3 years of litigation experience in general liability defense, or broad commercial litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and case management skills

How to Apply

• Click the Apply button and I’ll be in touch
• Prefer to speak first? Call me on 857-365-0545
• You can also find me on LinkedIn. I'm Joel Stevenson, a Legal Recruiter at Distinct North America.

Interested but don’t tick every box? Apply anyway. At worst, we’ll have a great conversation about your career goals and explore other opportunities.

Calling all financial professionals who hold a CFA Level 1 or above and are looking for a sales focused role! As a Private Client Adviser - Inside Sales, you will engage over the phone with high-net-worth individuals throughout Canada who have expressed interest in Fisher Investments. Take advantage of our well-defined promotion opportunities where qualified leads are provided and there is no cold calling. Join our privately held, multi-billion-dollar, global investment firm to put our clients first and better the investment universe.

The Opportunity:

You will be supported by a dedicated team that provides sales support, client service, marketing, research and more. You will report to the Inside Sales Manager who will make sure you have the training and resources to experience success. This is an in-office job located in Plano, TX.

The Day-to-Day:

• Be the voice of Fisher Investments to prospective Canadian clients
• Review prospects' personal financial situation and provide solutions
• Help qualified Canadian private investors become clients of Fisher Investments
• Partake in ongoing training in advanced phone sales techniques, finance, capital markets and portfolio management
• No travel required as this position is focused on phone-based sales or virtual connections

Your Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience working in financial services
• CFA (at least Level 1 passed) and 24 months portfolio management experience within the last 5 years
• Bachelor's degree
• Multi-year track record of success
• Success persuading and educating prospects

Compensation:

• This role offers uncapped performance-based compensation

Why Fisher Investments:

We work for a bigger purpose: bettering the investment universe. We take great pride in our inclusive culture, our learning and development framework customized for every employee, and our Great Place to Work Certification. It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and we invest in them by offering exceptional benefits like:

• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for you and your qualifying dependents
• A 50% 401(k) match, up to the IRS maximum
• 20 days of PTO, plus 10 paid holidays 
• Family Support programs including 8 week Paid Primary Caregiver Leave, $10,000 fertility, family forming, and hormonal health assistance, and back-up child, adult, and elder care

FISHER INVESTMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary range: $100,000-$180,000

Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser P.C. seeks highly motivated attorneys with 5 to 10 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking for independent file management, motion practice, courtroom opportunities, depositions, and trial preparation. We offer a supportive and congenial team environment balanced with autonomy and hands-on experience.

To be considered for this position please provide a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications and why you are a good fit for the job. References and writing samples are also appreciated.

Role and Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal court and some state court litigation proceedings, including conducting written discovery and taking depositions, drafting and arguing discovery motions and dispositive motions, participating in settlement conferences and mediations and engaging in settlement negotiations.
• Review and evaluate cases for liability issues, settlement potential and settlement valuation and likelihood of success on a dispositive motion or trial.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions and settlement agreements and appear in court proceedings in courts across the country (occasional travel required).
• Communicate with counsel for co-defendants and Plaintiff’s counsel on discovery, settlement and other matters and communicate with client and internally with attorneys and paralegals to ensure efficient and effective handling of cases.
• Become familiar with the client’s business processes to provide advice on avoiding litigation and limiting liability.

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate would have 5-10 years working knowledge of the following:

• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
• Consumer law

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Licensed in Texas and/or California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, or Nevada.
• J.D. from accredited law school

Preferred Skills

• Excellent work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Speaking and writing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Bar expenses paid by Firm
• HSA and FSA plans
• 401(k) Plan
• Firm provided life insurance
• Firm paid long-term disability coverage
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• 8 Paid Holidays, and PTO

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Plano, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• On Site with discretionary work from home days.

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position Title: Immigration Paralegals

Reporting To: Operations Manager

Location: Hybrid (Preferred locations: Washington, D.C., Alexandria, VA, Texas), on-site and off-site positions available

The Company: HAYMAN-WOODWARD GMS

ABOUT US

HAYMAN-WOODWARD GMS is a globally recognized immigration and advisory firm. Based in Dubai, UAE, with offices across 9 countries, we specialize in facilitating seamless global transitions for individuals and businesses. Our expertise in U.S. employment-based immigration law positions us uniquely to navigate complex immigration procedures, enabling our clients to flourish in their chosen international markets.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Case Manager EB2-NIW plays a pivotal role in assisting Immigration Attorneys in preparing cases on behalf of our clients, individuals relocating internationally. This position requires a detail-oriented approach to ensure immigration documentation aligns seamlessly with necessary requirements, facilitating faster, more effective case management in compliance with legislation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Case Management: Oversee all aspects of the Visa and Immigration Service to guarantee a smooth process. Ensure timely completion and accuracy of all visa and immigration documents. Regularly update and maintain client records with strict adherence to legal requirements.
• Client Consultation: Provide tailored advice to clients on obtaining necessary documentation for international migration. Establish strong, individualized communication channels with clients.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immigration legislation and procedures. Build and sustain professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Project Management Skills with exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong focus on detail. A detail-oriented person with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and resolve complex issues in a dynamic environment. Maintain a prompt system for the timely filing of extensions, petitions, and applications. Coordinate filing of applications and petitions.
• Proactive and effective communication with clients and team members. Evaluate and organize documents supporting applications and petitions. Function as a liaison between clients' petitions and attorneys.
• Function as a liaison between clients' petitions and attorneys. Demonstrated compassion and integrity in client interactions. Commitment to maintaining high standards of ethical and professional conduct.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

• J.D. or LLM from an ABA-approved law school are desirable.
• Previous experience in the immigration field is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English; bilingual abilities in Portuguese or Spanish are advantageous.
• Paralegal Certificate is considered a plus.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

• Start Date: Immediate.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
• Location: On-site (Texas) or remote.
• Compensation: Starting at $50,000 annually, with benefits including 20 days PTO, unlimited sick days, 11 business holiday days per year, comprehensive health insurance with dental and vision.
• Eligibility to work in the USA required (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid EAD holder for over 180 days).
• Current clients or family members of employees are not eligible.
• Email your resume in PDF format to

Legal Assistant | Dallas, TX

The Encompass Group is proud to partner with a top DFW law firm specializing in business-related law in their search for a Legal Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected team that values precision, organization, and long-term career growth.

About the Role:

As a Legal Assistant, you will work directly with three attorneys and support the management of 50–75 active cases. This role requires handling the entire lifecycle of each case from initial intake to resolution, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative and case management support to three attorneys.
• Maintain and organize 50–75 ongoing cases, tracking deadlines and filing requirements.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate scheduling, filings, and client communications.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping and compliance with court deadlines.

What We’re Looking For:

• Prior experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in business law.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join:

• Work with a highly respected business-focused DFW law firm.
• Gain exposure to a broad spectrum of legal work across multiple practice areas.
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and career growth.

Location: Dallas, TX – in-office role.

If you’re ready to bring your organizational expertise and legal support skills to a top-performing firm, we’d love to connect.