About
Burke, Esq. is a special needs attorney and advocate based in Hawthorne, NJ. Johanna Burke, the founder, is a mother to a severely developmentally disabled child and understands the concerns and challenges faced by families with special needs children. She advocates for the special needs of the developmentally disabled population, as well as those with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, brain injuries, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, dyslexia, apraxia, seizure disorders, bipolar depression, and those with visual and hearing impairments. The practice offers services such as special education law, residential placements, navigating care in NJ, and guardianships. Johanna has extensive knowledge and experience in navigating the system to help families obtain the appropriate services and care for their children.
Insurance & payment
Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Special Education Law
Johanna can help with the review and implementation of IEPs, ensuring children receive all necessary services.
Residential Placements
Johanna can assist in placing children with special needs under the age of 21 or over 21 into an appropriate placement.
Navigating Care in NJ
Johanna has extensive knowledge and experience in navigating the system to help families obtain services and care for their children.
Guardianships
Johanna has experience in the Guardianship process and can help families decide what is best for their child before they turn 18 years of age.
Social Security Disability
Johanna handles Social Security Disability issues to help families access necessary benefits.
Medicaid Issues
Johanna has experience with Medicaid issues and can help families navigate the system to access necessary services and care.