Special Education Associate AttorneyLocation: Pittsburgh, PA
Salary: $95,000 – $110,000 (Experience-Driven)
Experience Required: 3–5 years
Special Education Law Focus Billable Hour Requirement: 1800 hours/year Work Arrangement: Fully In-Office
A reputable Pittsburgh law firm is seeking a Special Education Associate Attorney to join its Education Law practice group. This is an opportunity to work closely with public school districts on high-impact legal issues while advancing your legal career in a collaborative, in-person environment.
What You’ll Do:
You’ll represent and advise public school clients in areas such as:
Special Education Law (IDEA, Section 504) – minimum 3 years of direct experience required
Student Rights, Policies & Discipline
School Employment & Labor Law
Collective Bargaining & Contract Negotiations
Construction & Facilities Planning
Governance & Policy for School Boards
Financial Solutions for School Districts
Ideal Candidate:
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active license to practice in Pennsylvania
3–5 years of experience in education or public sector law
At least 3 years of hands-on experience in Special Education law
Excellent writing, communication, and problem-solving skills
Team player with a proactive, client-focused mindset
Compensation & Bonus Structure:
Base salary: $95,000–$110,000 (salary can grow quickly based on performance)
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Marketing/Origination Incentives
Benefits:
Comprehensive Health Insurance (UPMC)
401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution
Profit-Sharing Plan
Subsidized Garage Parking
Paid Professional Dues, Memberships, and CLEs
This is a strictly in-office position in Pittsburgh, offering excellent long-term potential, robust mentorship, and the ability to make a difference in the public education space.
To Apply: Submit your resume here for confidential consideration or directly to cassie.ehmann@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
