Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Special Education Legal Advocate in California
ALLEN ESQ is a dedicated legal practice focused on advocating for children with special needs across California. Since 2009, we have successfully represented over 200 families in securing free and appropriate public education through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), mediation, and due process hearings. Our founder, Brett Allen, combines extensive experience with a sliding scale fee structure to ensure financial barriers do not prevent families from accessing quality legal representation. We specialize in navigating complex special education systems, including securing non-public school placements, 1:1 aides, and comprehensive assessments. Our commitment extends beyond legal proceedings, offering lifelong advocacy for individuals with disabilities.We prioritize client education, transparency, and ethical practice, ensuring families understand their rights and options throughout the process. With offices in Alameda and San Diego, we serve clients statewide, maintaining a 95%+ case resolution rate without litigation. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with educators while fiercely protecting client interests when necessary. We provide personalized support for early intervention, eligibility determinations, and dispute resolution, backed by decades of combined legal and educational expertise. Our mission remains rooted in the belief that every child deserves equitable access to education tailored to their unique needs.
Services
IEP Advocacy
Mediation Services
Due Process Hearings
Assessment Requests
Non-Public School Placement
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have 14+ years of specialized experience in special education law
- Our team has successfully represented over 200 families statewide
- We offer sliding scale fees with retainers starting at $1
- We secure critical services like non-public school placements and 1:1 aides
- We maintain a 95%+ case resolution rate without litigation
What people say
Best lawyer available
Very efficient expertise
Highly recommended service
Incredibly helpful skilled
No financial barriers
Services
Special Education Legal Representation
We provide comprehensive legal support for families navigating California's special education system. Our services include IEP meeting representation, eligibility determinations, and securing necessary accommodations. With deep expertise in education law, we help obtain services like 1:1 aides, speech therapy, and non-public school placements. Our proven track record demonstrates our ability to secure favorable outcomes through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Due Process Hearings
When disputes arise with school districts, we guide families through the due process hearing system. This includes filing requests, evidence preparation, and courtroom representation. Our process begins with document review and mediation attempts, progressing to formal hearings when needed. With over 200 cases successfully resolved, we combine legal expertise with compassionate support throughout this complex process.
IEP Advocacy
We help families maximize IEP benefits by challenging inadequate service offerings and securing appropriate accommodations. Our advocacy covers speech therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioral interventions. We prepare clients for meetings, review procedural safeguards, and ensure schools meet legal obligations. Our approach balances collaboration with assertive representation to achieve optimal educational outcomes.
Non-Public School Placement
We advocate for students requiring specialized educational environments outside traditional public schools. Our services include proving eligibility, negotiating funding, and ensuring appropriate program matches. By leveraging California's certification system for non-public schools, we help families access tailored educational opportunities that public institutions cannot provide, ensuring compliance with legal standards for special needs education.
Mediation Services
We facilitate resolution of special education disputes through formal mediation. Our process includes pre-mediation preparation, document analysis, and strategic negotiation. With a 95%+ success rate in settling cases before hearings, we prioritize efficient solutions while maintaining readiness for litigation. Our mediation expertise covers service provision disagreements, assessment requests, and placement conflicts, always focusing on the child's educational needs.
People
Brett Allen
Attorney
Brett Allen has dedicated his practice to special education law since 2009, successfully resolving over 200 cases. He specializes in IEP advocacy, due process hearings, and non-public school placements. His client-centered approach combines legal expertise with compassionate support for families navigating complex educational systems.
Questions
What special education services do you help obtain?
We help secure IEP services, 1:1 aides, speech therapy, occupational therapy, non-public school placements, and necessary assessments through legal advocacy.
How are your legal fees structured?
We offer sliding scale fees with retainers starting at $1, ensuring accessibility regardless of financial circumstances while maintaining high-quality representation.
Which areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout California with offices in Alameda and San Diego, handling cases statewide regardless of location.
What is your case resolution success rate?
We successfully resolve over 95% of cases without litigation through mediation or negotiated settlements while preparing thoroughly for hearings when needed.
How do you start the legal process?
Contact us for a free consultation. After signing a retainer agreement, we request school records, review documentation, and prepare formal requests for due process hearings if required.
