About
Berliner, LLC is a Connecticut law practice dedicated to helping parents pursue their child's educational rights. With 42 years of experience representing and advocating for children, adults, and families with special needs, Lawrence Berliner focuses his practice on special education law, disability law, and legal advocacy for individuals with disabilities. The practice is located in Westport, CT, and offers virtual appointments. Lawrence Berliner advises families of children with disabilities whose needs are not met by their schools and are unable to secure a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) as provided by State and Federal Law. He also advises adults with disabilities who are entitled to opportunities as prescribed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, and certain state laws. The practice offers a fixed fee agreement, which covers comprehensive records review, client consultations, PPT meetings, mediation, and/or negotiations with a school district to achieve a beneficial outcome for the child's educational program.
Insurance & payment
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Services & specialties
Special Education Law
Lawrence Berliner advises families of children with disabilities whose needs are not met by their schools and are unable to secure a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) as provided by State and Federal Law.
Disability Law
Lawrence Berliner advises adults with disabilities who are entitled to opportunities as prescribed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, and certain state laws.
Legal Advocacy
Lawrence Berliner provides legal advocacy for individuals with disabilities, including accompanying families to PPT meetings, evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of IEPs, and filing for mediation, state and federal administrative complaints, and lawsuits in state or federal court.