It is challenging as the parents of children who have special needs to advocate effectively for your children. Emotions are high, the laws and regulations are difficult, and it is hard to stay calm and objective in the face of sometimes uncaring or difficult school experts, teachers and bureaucrats.
Elizabeth’s unique perspective has left her especially knowledgeable in Special Education Law and IDEA. She has a bachelor’s degree in Special Education, which gives her a deeper understanding of what might be going on with your child.
Beyond her background in Special Education, with Hyatt Law you have the guidance of a parent, and attorney, who has been there too. Elizabeth is a parent of three amazing children, all of whom have been diagnosed with a form of ADHD. She understands not only the law, but the complicated emotional journey this process can be and is on your side for services including:
- IEP Meetings
- Consultations
- Disabilities Consulting
- Section 504 Issues
- Mediations
- Resolution Sessions
- Special Education Eligibility
- Multidiciplinary Hearings
- Due Process Hearings
- Extended School Year Issues
- Appeals
- State Complaints
- Office of Civil Rights Complaints
- Least Restrictive Environment
- Independent Educational Evaluations
- Free and Appropriate Public Education
- Diciplinary Actions and Manifestation Determinations
All children with special needs are guaranteed a free and appropriate public education.
This federal law, The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is often misunderstood by parents and educators alike. If you are concerned about your child’s education and how to obtain the appropriate services for your child, Elizabeth help you navigate this emotionally charged and complicated minefield of laws and rules and regulations.
