Parents of special needs children frequently find themselves struggling to obtain appropriate education, services, and support. Legal issues can rapidly become debilitating whether it’s getting an IEP, battling discrimination, or handling a school system’s failure to accommodate. A competent special needs attorney in Texas can therefore make all the difference.
We strongly support families and children all throughout Texas at K Altman Law—guaranteeing their rights are honored and their educational path is safeguarded.
Learning Texas’ Special Needs Law
Education law, disability rights, and family law are among several legal fields covered by special needs law. Most of our attorneys concentrate on educational problems affecting disabled children in public and private schools all over Texas.
This covers families under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Although these laws are intended to ensure equal access to education and appropriate services, parents frequently find themselves negotiating them alone.
Legal Problems Commonly Addressed by Us
Among other legal issues we help families with are:
- Refusal of special education services or delay in provision thereof
- Inefficient or incorrect IEP generation
- School discipline including disabled youngsters
- Conflicts over transportation involving disability services
- Rejection of Section 504 plans or violations
- Bullying, prejudice, or restriction/seclusion problems
- Disagreement on private school placements
Our attorneys work closely with families to understand the circumstances, assess legal alternatives, and defend at ARD/IEP meetings, mediation, due process hearings, or even federal court if necessary.
Why Legal Help Matters
Parents sometimes feel like they are demanding too much when arguing for their kid’s needs, but every child should be provided a fair and suitable education. Attorneys side with school districts. You should too.
Legal counsel enables families to:
- Make certain evaluations and assessments are prompt and complete.
- Demand accountability for delays, rejections, or procedural mistakes from schools.
- Challenge discriminating behavior successfully.
- When a child has been unfairly denied support, secure compensatory services
- Design plans that may be legally binding and really satisfy the child’s needs
Whom We Help
We represent children and families throughout the state of Texas, including those from Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso, and every other place between. Whether your kid attends a public, charter, or private school, we’re ready to treat your case with compassion and legal accuracy.
True Advocacy: Real Results.
Hundreds of families have been assisted by us in obtaining the appropriate educational placements and services for their kids. In one instance, a child was disciplined repeatedly for actions linked to a known impairment and the school refused to change the IEP. We stepped in, collaborated with experts, and struck a fresh placement and services. The youngster is currently doing very well in a program meant to meet their unique needs.
Q&A: Special Requirements Legal Advice in Texas
Do I need a lawyer to get an IEP for my child?
Not always, but if your school is postponing treatments, denying evaluations, or giving an insufficient plan, legal counsel could have a major effect.
Can I contest a rejected special education service?
Yes. Parents are entitled to ask for mediation or due process hearings to contest school decisions.
Is there a deadline for submitting a complaint?
Yes. Under IDEA, you normally have two years from the date you knew (or should have known) about the problem to submit a due process request.
Talk with a Special Needs Attorney in Texas today.
You do not have to battle the system alone if your child is failing in school because of a lack of help or services. Allow our knowledgeable lawyers to assist you in championing justice. For a complimentary appointment, Contact Us.
Fighting for fairness in every Texas classroom under K Altman Law