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The Overlap of Special Needs and Family Law
Our practice areas frequently overlap. Parents of special needs children face many challenges, not just during their marriage, but also upon its dissolution. In addition to the added financial stress of specialized activities and services, parents also find themselves juggling school work [...]
Special Education Eligibility to be Extended Beyond age 21
If your child will reach the age of 21 before June 30, 2021, he or she may still be eligible for special education beyond this school year. S-3434 [insert link to bill] is on track to reach Governor Murphy’s desk for signature [...]
What to do About Learning and Behavioral Challenges You Didn’t Know Existed Before the Pandemic
Most of the questions we get are Covid-related. Although most are about compensatory education, and how children will recoup lost skills, or close the gap that has grown during the pandemic, we are getting a fair amount from parents who are wondering [...]
What is the Re-opening Plan for the 2020-2021 School Year?
As we approach the deadline for school districts to present their plans to re-open schools, and with parents given the choice of whether or not to send their children to school, and with a bill about to be proposed which would prevent [...]
First Marking Period Check-Up
Now that the first marking period is over, it is time to assess the implementation and effectiveness of your child’s 504 Plan or IEP. The IEP will dictate when you receive progress reports, but they usually coincide with report cards. Please [...]
