Client Comments

Words cannot express our gratitude to you... He is happy at school, loves riding the bus, reports to his mother that he is having "the best day ever" at school.

On behalf of our family, we want to thank you for your diligence and efforts to help us sort out our options during this most difficult time.

Thank you so much for everything. We always enjoyed watching you work and how you were always on top of things, but we also enjoyed getting to know you as a person. It's a great thing you do for families you represent. We were truly fortunate to have you as our attorney.

Thank you for everything you have done for us this past year. It has been a great school year for my son and it has been really terrific to see the progress he has made academically and socially. I know he would not be where he is if we had not had you to guide us and oversee what the teacher/district are doing.

Thank you so very much for all that you have done. Without your help, [my son] wouldn't be where he is today.

She is doing great! Because of all your help, she is in a regular ed class with pull-outs for reading and a tiny bit of socialization. Turth be told, she wouldn't have receive all that she has and wouldn't have progressed so far without you.

I had a GREAT attorney with a wonderful sense of humor. Thank you again. You have been such a support. I could not have done this without you!

I would like to tell you and Lana how much we appreciated the help in getting things right with the school. Our son is close to graduation this year and he is doing much better.

Thank you so much for everything that you have done for us. You have no idea how wonderful it was to get [my son] up for school today. He was literally glowing when he walked into school. It was like a rock star had arrived with all of his friends gathering around him. This has been the greatest day of my life (besides the day that my children were born) and I owe it all to you and Lana.

I appreciate all that you've done for us. I'm sure that you hear this a lot, but I'll say it anyway. You covered me when I was so freaked out that I could not carry a thought. You treated me with great respect when I felt like all of the school district thought I was stupid.

Thanks for all your support. Believe me, we couldn't have made it this far without you!

Thank you for caring about kids. Because of you, my daughter has everything in place to help her be a successful adult. You played a significant role in providing her the educational opportunities she desires. She now has a chance to blossom into that bright loving woman who will influence many for good. I am so thankful that you were willing to help her.

Thank you for your help in gaining clarity with the school and working to improve my daughter's IEP. You are straight forward with you approach and strategies to work with the school district. Your professionalism shines. I appreciate how you provided information and coached me to speak in a direct way that the school district could hear. My daughter will start middle school with the best IEP to day after working with you. I trust that the frustration level will be lowered, which itself is a gift. Thanks again!

I want you to know that I really enjoyed working with you and wanted to thank you for everything. I felt like was running into walls everywhere I turned. I know that my daughter will soar to new heights. She is a lovely girl, and she is smart. She just needs some maturity behind her and growth and she will make it! Thanks again!

Wow, what a journey! The tenacity, knowledge and professionalism that Diane and Lana have when working on finding solutions for students is amazing. My daughter and I wouldn't have made it through the maze of procedures, the law, schedules and trying to find a way to work with our local school district, without their help.

Important educational issues that our family had been dealing with were being avoided by the school district. Once Diane made her first contacts, things started moving. While it ended up being a very long journey, we were kept informed about what was happening, what might happen next, and the options that were available to us.

These two ladies deserve an award for making the decision to specialize in this particular type of law. I cannot thank them enough for all that has been accomplished for my daughter. I know that others will also benefit from their hard work and dedication.

I wanted to take a moment and write you to your know how wonderful you are. My son has been doing so much better. He still has his bad days, but is in control of himself and happier. he went through a lot before you were called in. From constant neglect from his teachers, he was not learning and hated school. He was put on meds at the first part of the year and was off of them by the second month of school. He has built such a bond with the principal of his school and his teacher, and he even has some friends. You are a powerful woman and that's something that I admire, and I'm thankful that we found you in time.

While I know the battle might not be completely over with the school district, I feel as though we climbed a mountain today. I honestly believe that we couldn't have done this and gone so far without your help. You truly are a gift! Thank you so much for all the great work you have done, not just for us, but my son as well. He is getting what he needs because of you. When I told him tonight that, come Monday, he would be getting more time in school and more classes, I just wish you could have seen the look on his face. He was glowing! I'm so thankful that we took the advice of a friend and came to you for help. I look forward to having your continued advice and will gladly refer anyone who needs help to you.

I would like to take the time to thank you for everything you both have done for my children. Without professional people like you, our children would have been swept between the cracks of our school system. I can't thank you enough for their progress.

Thank you so much for your hard work and support for us during this last year!

I wanted to take a moment and tell you how much you have helped my son in this matter. You did your job well and it impressed me. I just wanted you to know that he has been making nothing but progress so far this year. He has had a few episodes, but has been making correct choices in his social environment, and from what I hear, making a lot of friends. We can't thank you enough for all you have done.

I truly can't thank you enough for putting up with me and getting me through this on a positive note. I truly appreciate all your hard work and candor. Thank you.

Diane and Lana are true advocates for disabled students. They are knowledgeable, realistic, and fair. They place our children's educational needs first and assist us in determining the best course of action to help ensure those educational needs are met. Words cannot express the gratitude we have in our hearts. Thank you.

You are both good and kind women. What you do is a testimony of your goodness. Who fights for these children? You do. The world needs you both. You have enriched my life... Thank you for the personal conviction you showed for [my son]. Thank you for the words of kindness. Thank you for doing what you do.

I can't begin to tell you what you have meant in ...our lives. The fact you were willing to make yourself uncomfortable and point out we were making a mistake if we didn't pursue mediation will never be forgotten! You represented [our son] as if he were your own, with the same passion we feel for him as well as having a stake in his future success in life. This is so very special and I would have to also say quite rare. When we thought we had forgotten certain facts and were losing the mediation, you were already on the page to support our telling. We were very impressed with the dedication and tenacity you showed. What can we say, "We were blessed the day you came into our son's ... and [our] life." Saying thank you doesn't really do you justice, you are awesome! The world is a better place because of people like you!

The best to you always

Thank you for your help with IEP this year -- we're grateful! Things are great!

I want to thank you for your advice. When [our son] was 3, and in his 1st year of ESD, going into his second year -- just your advice on demanding more time for [him] and the fact that he deserved and could get more therapy, helped so much. Thank you!

...thank you! What peace of mind to have the school district comply to meeting [our son's] needs. I believe this was accomplished by having your voice and support. [He] now has 1:1 assistance (in the IEP). His day is much safer and positive.

We appreciate your considerate letter regarding your specialization in your practice. We were fortunate to know you and have the benefit of your experience in our situation. You will be a tremendous advocate and legal assistance to clients in the area of special education law.

We wish you a great future.

We all thank you very much! [He] has charmed everyone so far--I can't wait to see how he wraps everyone around his finger come September! We are so excited!

Thanks again on all your help in getting [him] back on track. Looking forward to a successful school year. He is at camp this week and doing great!

You are awesome - you have been absolutely fantastic both [of us] are EVER GRATEFUL! I admire what you do and how you do it and I thank you for caring so much for my little darling!

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for such a rare and wonderful person. You always say, "It's my job." But to choose a job like this is nothing but love.

Thank you for all you did for [us]. [She] graduated from 8th grade with a 4.0 and received the Presidential Award For Excellence signed by George Bush. She was very happy and excited. [She] is beautiful inside and out. Someday she will contribute a great deal to society. You are a big part of her success! There are so many kids and parents out there who will need you in the future. I know you will continue to help.

Thanks for everything! God bless you always!