IEP Disputes & Advocacy
When the school district denies an evaluation, refuses services, or proposes a plan that does not meet your child's needs, we move the conversation onto a legal footing.
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We can help families focus on the education issue.
The Law Offices of Nicole Hodge Amey helps families when a school issue needs legal attention: an IEP dispute, due-process matter, discipline concern, Section 504 issue, another education-related disability-rights question, or a special needs trust planning need.
For education matters, we focus on the support the student needs at school. Special needs trusts involve separate long-term planning questions, including the possible impact on needs-based benefits.
Due Process Hearings
Due process is a formal legal proceeding with deadlines, evidence, and witnesses. We prepare your case, present it, and pursue compensatory remedies when the district has failed your child.
Learn moreDiscipline & Expulsion
Suspension, expulsion, and seclusion of students with disabilities are governed by specific federal protections. When a school disciplines a child for conduct related to their disability, the legal posture changes immediately.
Learn moreSection 504 & Discrimination
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the ADA protect students whose disabilities affect a major life activity. These claims extend beyond IDEA and reach students not covered by an IEP.
Learn moreSpecial Needs Trusts
Planning for a loved one with disabilities can involve protecting eligibility for needs-based benefits while supporting long-term needs. Learn about trust planning and discuss your family's circumstances with the firm.
Learn moreLONHA and AEA
Legal representation and educational advocacy are connected, but not identical.
LONHA is the law firm. If the matter requires attorney involvement, due process, or legal representation, it belongs with the Law Offices of Nicole Hodge Amey.
Amey Educational Advocates focuses on advocacy, training, and consulting. If the issue is better suited for advocacy support, families can learn more on the AEA website.
If you are not sure which path fits, start with contact. We can help identify whether the matter belongs with LONHA, AEA, or another resource.
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Not sure which path applies?
Briefly describe your education or planning question, and we can discuss whether the firm is an appropriate place to start.