Special Education Attorney Providers in Albany, NY

Finding the right special education attorney provider in Albany can feel overwhelming. We've compiled availability, insurance, and waitlist information to help you find care faster.

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Special Education Attorney Providers in Albany

Education law attorneys (firm practice includes special education matters)

McNamee Lochner Titus & Williams P.C. - Education / Special Education

Special Ed Attorney

📍 677 Broadway

Education practice team (firm represents parents and districts)

Young/Sommer LLC - Education Practice Group

Special Ed Attorney

📍 5 Palisades Drive, Suite 300

Firm education/disability attorneys (contact firm for specific attorney)

Parker, Waichman, Alonso LLP (education/disability matters in Capital Region)

Special Ed Attorney

📍 One Tower Place, Suite 200

Frank E. Hemming, III (partner; firm handles special needs planning)

Pierro, Connor & Strauss, LLC - Special Needs Planning & Advocacy

Special Ed Attorney

📍 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 402

Jennifer L. Giefer (Education Law practice team member listed for Albany)

Tully Rinckey PLLC - Education Law (Albany office)

Special Ed Attorney

📍 441 New Karner Road, Suite 201

L. A. Honeywell (firm attorneys listed on site)

Honeywell Law Firm PLLC - Special Education Law

Special Ed Attorney

📍 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405

Leslie A. Silva (education/special education attorney listed on firm roster)

McCall Sweeney & Silva, PC - Education Law

Special Ed Attorney

📍 159 Wolf Road, Suite 300

Martin Kehoe, Esq.

Martin Kehoe, Esq. - Special Education Law

Special Ed Attorney

📍 11 Dove Street

Multiple individual attorneys (see Justia listings for individual contacts)

Justia-listed Education & Special Education Attorneys (various Albany attorneys)

Special Ed Attorney
Tully Rinckey Special Education Team

Tully Rinckey PLLC - Special Education

Special Ed Attorney
Accepting Clients

📍 62 State St Suite 1000

What to Look For in Special Education Attorney

Special education attorneys represent families in disputes with school districts, file due process complaints, and negotiate settlements to ensure children receive appropriate educational services.

  • Specialization in special education law
  • Experience with your district
  • Track record of successful cases
  • Clear fee structure
  • Responsiveness and communication

Insurance: Legal fees are not covered by insurance. Many attorneys offer free consultations. If you prevail, the school district may be required to pay attorney fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need a special education attorney?
Consider an attorney for due process hearings, filing complaints, significant disputes with the district, or when seeking compensatory services.
How much do special education attorneys cost?
Typically $250-500+ per hour. Some work on contingency. If you prevail, the district may pay your attorney fees.
What is a due process hearing?
A formal legal proceeding where disputes between parents and school districts are resolved by an administrative law judge.
Can I get the school to pay for private school?
Possibly. If the school cannot provide FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education), you may be entitled to private school placement at district expense.

Your Regional Office

Capital District, Taconic & Hudson Valley DDRO

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📍 500 Balltown Road, Schenectady, NY 12304, Schenectady 12304

📞 (518) 388-0175

📱 Intake: (518) 388-0175 (Contact the Front Door)

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🕐 Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - may vary for specific programs)

Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities who meet New York State residency requirements and are determined eligible by OPWDD.

New York Resources

Key Laws

Autism Insurance Reform Act

Requires health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment including ABA therapy.

Timothy's Law

Mental health parity law ensuring coverage for behavioral health conditions.

Funding Sources

OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities)

New York's state agency providing services through DDROs (Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices).

Medicaid Waiver

HCBS waiver provides home and community-based services.

Private Insurance

ABA coverage mandated. Contact your insurer for specifics.

School District (CPSE/CSE)

Services through Committee on Preschool Special Education (ages 3-5) and Committee on Special Education (5+).

Early Intervention (EIP)

Free services for children 0-3 through county health departments.

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