Advocating for Children With Special Needs in Arizona Schools
If you are the parent of a special needs child, you know that raising a child with a disability can be extremely rewarding. You also know that having a child with a physical or mental impairment can be very challenging. In addition to your responsibilities as full-time caregiver, you most likely have to manage numerous medical and therapy appointments.
Similarly, the job of being an advocate for your child at school can be demanding. Special education laws and procedures are very complicated and difficult to understand. As a result, getting the services your child needs at school can prove to be a frustrating experience.
If you need help advocating for your child's special education needs, we can help. Contact us online or call us at 602-903-3083 to schedule an initial consultation with one of our lawyers.
Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state and federal special education laws, schools have special obligations to students with learning disabilities and other medical conditions.
At the Law Office of Barry E. Lewin, we help parents advocate for these educational rights. Our experienced attorneys will negotiate with school officials, assist you with mediation of disputes, and represent you at all due process hearings.
Qualifying for Special Education Services in Arizona
The first step to securing special education services for any child is requesting an evaluation from your school district. If you disagree with the results of the evaluation, you can request an independent evaluation of your child's disability and any effect on academic performance and learning. Qualifying conditions for special education services, include:
- Hearing loss, speech problems or visual impairment
- Brain injury or mental impairment
- Emotional and behavioral issues
- Learning disability
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Down's syndrome
- Other serious health issues and disabilities
Helping You Obtain Services Under Special Education Laws
If you feel the school district is not providing the services your child needs, or is not providing an appropriate education in the least restrictive environment, we can help safeguard your child's right to an education. Our attorneys are fully prepared to address the following issues:
- Disputes over independent educational plans (IEPS)
- Section 504 plans
- Disability accommodations
- Dealing with behavioral problems
- Bullying at school
- Extended school year services
- Speech therapy and occupational therapy services
Contact Us for a Consultation
For more information about our services, call us at 602-903-3083 or contact us online to schedule your free initial consultation to discuss your special education law needs.
