Special Education Attorney in Berkeley, CA
This is the Law Offices of Tsadik Law where we provide your special needs children with legal help if they aren’t provided a free and appropriate education (FAPE), as they are entitled to by the law. We represent our clients with professionalism, outstanding communication and zealous advocacy of their interests. The responsibility of a Special Education Attorney is to guide and represent you through the process, attend the resolution session, mediation, and possibly the due process hearing.
Our attorneys are very reachable, and we can find a place to meet with you when we mutually agree to move forward. We can help clients in Berkeley California, and we have offices located in Northern and Southern California. Reach out to us right now at 510-457-0242 and we can have our first consultation, which will be no charge to you.
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Special Education Law in Berkeley, CA
At Tsadik Law, we understand taking care of a special needs child can be challenging for legal guardians and parents. A large portion of families with a special needs child might have an overwhelming sense of concern with respect to their child’s development and education requirements. This is commonplace for parents to feel worried about these decisions, which will have such profound long-term effects on their child. That’s why we are here to assist find solutions to improve your child’s education.
One of the top priorities is understanding what educational and support services your child is entitled to. Laws and regulations have been put in place to make sure that schools provide children with special needs access to an appropriate education. We have years of experience advocating for children in special education cases, and advocating to get the appropriate educational support is provided.
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Special Needs Lawyers Serving Berkeley, CA
Tsadik Law has represented many cases in Special Education Law. Our clients are families who might not be getting the appropriate services for their special needs child at school. The top priority is to obtain the required educational services for disabled children. We go all out to educate families on the rights of their children, and we work to get school officials to provide these needed services.
The attorneys of Tsadik Law have years of practice in Special Education law, and have an excellent track record of favorable outcomes. We also come prepared with the expertise to pressure schools to provide the requisite accommodations, and this knowledge came from working with hundreds of special needs children over the years; we know how to handle the school districts.
There are a myriad of complex regulations and laws regarding special education, and finding an attorney who is competent in the field is crucial. Tsadik Law has been specializing in Special Education for years and all this experience has been crucial to helping families through the legal procedures that are necessary to ensure their children get the proper services they are entitled to from their schools.
Special Education Rights in Berkeley, CA
Many parents we have spoke to were not aware of the laws and regulations that were drafted for special needs education. The first example could be the Individuals with Disabilities Education ACT (IDEA) which was codified into federal law in 1975. Initially named the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, the target was to provision a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to children with special needs, and giving the parents the power to make certain decisions regarding the curriculum.
Even though these laws have been drafted, guardians have had struggles securing the accommodations and support their child needs. Tsadik Law is here to advise and represent your family, and press for you to receive the full provisions that your child is entitled to by law.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you Qualify for Special Education in Berkeley CA?
If your child has not been assessed yet, or if the school district has determined your child ineligible for special education services, then you can contact us 510-457-0242?. We will help you obtain a reevaluation.
How Do I Request Special Education Services For My Child?
When your child has been diagnosed with any disorders listed in the laws, or if you conclude your child may have one, your first action is to have your child get assessed by the school district. It is compulsory by law your school district to give your child a free evaluation. Submit a request for an evaluation to the school district, and make sure to keep a copy as a record of that request. Once your child is evaluated, the next step will be to submit a written request to the school for an IEP meeting. After the meeting is completed, you will receive the results of the evaluation, and the school will decide on your child’s eligibility.
What if the Berkeley School District Declares my Child Ineligible?
After you receive an assessment and after the IEP meeting, if the school district decides your child is not eligible for special education services, there are a few courses of action available to you. One option you have is to get an independent evaluation, which can potentially be compensated by the school district. The other option is to get professional help from a special education attorney. The attorney can file a due process request with the school district and you will receive another reevaluation.
Is My Child Eligible for IDEA?
There are some benchmarks to see if a child is eligible for IDEA. To qualify to obtain special education services, a child must meet one or more of the legal criteria listed in the categories below.
- Deafness
- Orthopedic Impairment
- Deaf-blindness
- Intellectual Disability
- Established Medical Disability
- Hearing Impairment
- Other Health Impairment (includes ADHD)
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Autism
- Emotional disturbance
- Visual Impairment Including Blindness
- Speech or Language Impairment
- Specific Learning Disability (includes Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Other Learning Differences)
- Multiple Disabilities
Services For Special Needs in Berkeley CA
Do you have any lingering questions about the benefits of getting council from a special education attorney? Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 510-457-0242. We would be very glad to take your call and help you learn if working with a special education attorney is the right choice for your situation.
Here are a few common complications that special needs children might experience at school:
- Dealing with Bullying
- Issues With Navigating the School Campus
- Difficulty With Writing
- Challenges With Organization
- Inappropriate Classroom Placement
- Lack of Behavioral Support
- Speech and Language Deficits
- Lack of Support in the Classroom
- Lack of Behavioral Support
- Difficulty Concentrating and Focusing
Give us a ring at 510-457-0242 to get the process started today.