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In such circumstances, you may turn to an attorney for assistance. Below are some basic guidelines to assist you in selecting an attorney who can help.  \nSelect an attorney with special education expertise.  \nSpecial education is a complex area of the law, and one not generally taught in law school. Attorneys who assist parents in this field should be well-versed on the various federal and state laws and regulations, as well as the current special education cases coming from the courts.  \nSelect an attorney with experience in special education.  \nThe practice of special education can involve simple negotiations, mediation, administrative hearings (called “due process hearings”), or court hearings. Attorneys who assist parents in this field should have  \nexperience with all of these areas or at least be able to explain the scope of their special education experience.  \nAsk how the attorney charges for his or her work.  \nSpecial education practice can range from public service attorneys who work for free or at low cost to eligible families to those in private practice who charge for their work. Be sure you understand and get in writing a statement of any and all retainers, hourly fees, or flat fees for representation.  \nDiscuss how the attorney will support your role as a parent.  \nAttorneys can advise you on the status of the law and about expected outcomes of your case based upon an analysis of the facts and the law. However, you remain the ultimate decision maker for your child’s educational planning. You should also get regular updates from the attorney (preferably in writing) as to the status of the case. The attorney should be reasonably available to answer your questions and clarify issues.  \nFind out if the attorney has support personnel who will be assisting him/her.  \nAttorneys can be alone in the representation of families (called “solo practice”) or can practice with other attorneys or paraprofessionals. If you are likely to come in contact with or get billed for such other people, you should understand this person’s role in the case. If the attorney is using a paraprofessional as a lay advocate, you should understand how closely the attorney will supervise this paraprofessional.  \nUnderstand how long it may take to resolve the matter.  \nIn some cases, attorneys can negotiate speedy resolutions for their clients; in others, it may take months to reach a resolution. Discuss with your attorney the time frame he or she anticipates in resolving your specific concerns. The attorney should be able to describe the various dispute resolution tactics (negotiation, mediation, due process, or state monitoring) that could apply in your particular case and a reasonable timeframe for each.  \nSelect an attorney who understands your child.  \nEach child with a disability is unique and presents unique educational concerns. Make sure you are confident that your attorney understands the underlying disability and how it manifests itself in your child. If a particular type of disability is new to an attorney, he or she should be willing to gain the knowledge needed to serve your family’s interests.  \nTo file a complaint or if you need additional information, please call the Disability Rights Bureau at  \n(217) 524-2660 or (877) 844-5461 (TTY) .  \n[www.IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov](www.IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov)  \nSpringfield  \n500 South Second Street Springfield, Illinois 62701  \n(217) 524-2660  \nTTY: (877) 844-5461  \nChicago  \n100 West Randolph Street Chicago, Illinois 60601  \n(312) 814-5684  \nTTY: (800) 964-3013  \n09.19","cbCaiuvI7MnJCDeH","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiuvI7MnJCDeH","pdf",254233,"English","# Guidelines for Choosing an Attorney for Special Education Representation\n## Special education expertise\n## Experience with due process and hearings\n## Fee structure and written agreements\n## Parent support and case updates\n## Support personnel and supervision\n## Timeline and dispute resolution tactics\n## Understanding the child’s needs\n## Where to get further information","[{\"question\":\"What experience should an attorney have for special education representation?\",\"answer\":\"Look for attorneys with special education expertise and experience covering negotiations, mediation, due process hearings, and court hearings, or at least the ability to explain the scope of that experience.\"},{\"question\":\"What should you ask about attorney fees before hiring?\",\"answer\":\"Ask how the attorney charges and request a written statement covering all retainers, hourly fees, or flat fees for representation.\"},{\"question\":\"How can you ensure the attorney supports you as a parent?\",\"answer\":\"The attorney should advise you on legal status and likely outcomes, provide regular updates (preferably in writing), and be reasonably available to answer questions and clarify issues.\"}]","Guidelines for Choosing an Attorney for Special Education Representation - Basics | PDF",1791600853]