DEDICATED TO PROVIDING ADVICE AND ADVOCACY IN EDUCATION AND SPECIAL EDUCATION MATTERS
Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services, LLC
999 Broadway, Suite 301
Stonehill Corporate Center
Saugus, MA 01906
Telephone: 781.231.IDEA (4332)
Fax: 781.231.FAPE (3273) Special Education Representation When your child is not getting the special education he or she needs, we can help. We will advocate for you and your child to see that he or she gets the education and attention he or she is entitled to. We represent parents at the administrative level at the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA), mediations, Team meetings and litigation. We can evaluate your child’s IEP to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. We will advocate for the appropriate development of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and assist in ensuring implementation. If the school is not in compliance, we can help. (Return to Top) Consulting and Training We provide training on IEP development, how to write measurable annual goals, appropriate modification techniques, teaching to varying learning styles and more. In addition, whether you are a public or private approved special education school (766 school) or a PAC, we can help bring you up to speed on legal issues in education. We consult with and advise schools on compliance with state and federal guidelines for special education programming. As a school approved by the Commonwealth, we can help you prepare for the Massachusetts Department of Education Coordinated Program Review. Compliance issues related to IDEA, Section 504, NCLB, Safe and Drug Free School Act, Education Reform Act and more are all part of the audit that we can help you prepare. (Return to Top)
Student Discipline If your child is facing suspension or expulsion from public school, you have recourse. We will aggressively advocate for your child to see that he or she is treated fairly. If your child is facing serious discipline at school, he or she is entitled to an administrative hearing to determine the appropriateness of that discipline. We have successfully represented parents and students at these hearings. Your child is entitled to a public education and the school must demonstrate significant cause to deny your child an education. If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion because of truancy or any other reason, contact us. (Return to Top) Discrimination When your child suffers discrimination at school, it is not only unfair, it is illegal. If your child has had his or her speech censored, been illegally searched or detained, or been denied services based on a disability, we can help. Your child is compelled to attend school. Your child should not be forced to accept violations of his or her civil rights in order to receive an education. (Return to Top) Juvenile Delinquency A juvenile record can damage your child's future. If your child is charged with a crime in juvenile court, he or she could be adjudicated delinquent if the court finds your child committed the alleged offense. We will vigorously defend your child against criminal charges in juvenile court. Regardless of the offense your child is facing, we will make sure his or her rights are protected and he or she is treated fairly. We also work on juvenile issues involving issues such as; If you have questions about how we can assist you, your child, or your school in any of these areas, do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to answer your questions and schedule an appointment to meet with you. (Return to Top) Telephone: 781.231.IDEA (4332) We serve parents, students, and schools throughout the state of Massachusetts. | 
