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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.
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📍 1330 River Bend Dr. Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75247, 1330 River Bend Dr. Suite 300 Dallas 75247
📱 Intake: (214) 743-1200 (Main Number - inquire about intake)
🕐 Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - may vary by program)
Eligibility for IDD services generally requires a diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental disability that originated before the age of 22 and results in substantial functional limitations. ECI eligibility is for children birth to 3 with developmental delays or certain medical conditions.
Texas Resources
Key Laws
SB 1484
Requires health plans to cover ABA therapy for children with autism under age 10.
HB 1481
Expands autism insurance coverage and removes age limits for certain plans.
Funding Sources
LIDDA (Local IDD Authority)
Texas's system of 39 local authorities providing services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Medicaid Waiver Programs
HOME, CLASS, DBMD, and HCS waivers provide community-based services.
Private Insurance
Coverage varies by plan. Many plans now cover ABA therapy.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education through age 22.