Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified attorneys to provide legal representation and advocacy for parents, guardians, and other education decision makers of transition‑aged individuals under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The contractor will appear before the Bureau of Special Education Appeals, negotiate settlements, provide case‑specific advice to DDS staff, maintain records, and commit to a maximum annual case load. The award will be a master‑list contract with a fixed hourly rate of $250, no guaranteed funding amount, and a contract term of up to five years.
• Provide full legal representation for IDEA‑related special‑education appeals (BSEA hearings, settlements, filings).
• Offer consultative advice to DDS staff on a case‑by‑case basis as requested.
• Maintain secure records, meet background‑check and privacy compliance, and submit quarterly invoices.
• Commit to a disclosed annual case‑capacity and submit required documentation (legal memorandum, BSEA decision copy, citations, licensing, insurance).