Legal & Advocacy Resources

Disclaimer: This list of advocates/lawyers is intended as a resource for individuals seeking services.  FEAT does not endorse or recommend any specific company listed in this directory and assumes no liability for the services provided or any outcomes resulting from their use. FEAT strongly encourages you to conduct your own research and make informed decisions based on your unique needs and circumstances.

Michael Pearce is an attorney based in Elk Grove, California, specializing in estate planning and special needs law. With over 25 years of experience, he offers services such as creating Special Needs Trusts, establishing Conservatorships, and developing personalized future care plans for families with special needs. Although he no longer practices law, he continues to assist families through his consulting services via SHIFT Future Care. ​

The Law Office of Roberta S. Savage is a legal practice in Davis, California, specializing in representing students with disabilities in special education matters. Founded by Roberta Susan Savage, the firm focuses on advocating for appropriate educational services for children with disabilities.Email : michael@shiftfuturecare.com

Services Offered:

  • Individualized Education Plans (IEP): Assistance in developing and reviewing IEPs to ensure they meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.​

  • Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP): Support in creating IFSPs for eligible infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.​

  • Mediation and Due Process Hearings: Representation in resolving disputes with school districts through mediation or formal hearings.​

  • Parent Training Seminars: Educational sessions for parents to understand their rights and the special education process.​

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  • Snyder & Shaw LLP is a boutique law firm specializing in special education, student civil rights, and cases involving student restraint and abuse throughout California.

    Areas of Focus:

    • Special Education: Assisting families through the special education process, including Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and due process procedures. ​

    • Student Civil Rights: Representing victims of civil rights violations and personal injury, focusing on discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or religion.

    • Restraint and Abuse: Advocating for students who have experienced abuse in educational settings, particularly those who may not be able to communicate their experiences.

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Ruderman & Knox, LLP is a law firm specializing exclusively in special education law, advocating for children with disabilities and their families throughout California. Their mission is to ensure that children receive appropriate education in suitable settings. ​

Services Offered:

  • Special Education Advocacy: Assisting families in obtaining Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for their children.​

  • Conservatorships: Guiding families through the legal process of establishing conservatorships for adult children with special needs.​

  • Legal Representation: Providing representation in state and federal courts, as well as during administrative processes like due process mediations and hearings. ​

Contact Information:

  • Address: 1300 National Drive, Suite 120, Sacramento, CA 95834

  • Phone: (916) 563-0100​

  • Website: www.rudermanknox.com