Under federal and state law, children with special educational needs are entitled to a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). Along with the rights provided for by IDEA, other protections ensue under Section 504, Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), No Child Left Behind (NCLB), the Americans with Disabilities Act, and various other states and federal laws. These laws, and the manner in which they overlap, provide a maze that is easy even for the initiated to get lost within.
The Law Office of Gregory R. Branch through Gregory R. Branch brings a unique perspective and unbeatable combination of experiences to the table. Mr. Branch worked in public education for over twenty years, teaching every grade K-12 and serving as a principal and assistant principal. He understands that each special education issue is different and needs to treated as such. At The Law Office of Gregory R. Branch, the focus is on the client and securing the individual accommodations that will ensure that child the best possibility of success.
Mr. Branch is sensitive to the thoughts and experiences of his clients. He varies his strategy to meet the specific facts of the case with which he is dealing. In general, his approach is to obtain as much information as is possible in order to make the highest quality decisions that are in the client’s best interest. By applying those facts to the law, he is able to work collaboratively with his clients to determine the services that will truly benefit the child and then work to secure those services.
Mr. Branch offers a wide array of special education advocacy in a client-centered practice. At his law office, Mr. Branch can assist you with:
- reviewing educational records
- developing an appropriate IEP
- securing a proper educational placement
- obtaining proper educational services
- ensuring that the educational testing plan is calculated to identify suspected learning disabilities
If you are experiencing difficulties negotiating with your school district or simply want to ensure your child receives the educational opportunities that the law ensure, contact my office and set-up an appointment.
An initial consultation is free. Simply pick up the phone (714-856-1166) or send me an email at greg@ocspecialedattorney.com to begin the process of advocating for your child.