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Special Education Law

Indiana Special Education Law Attorneys

Serving clients throughout Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio

At Connell Michael, LLP, we are dedicated to advancing the rights of students with disabilities and empowering families navigating educational system challenges. With extensive experience in special education law, our legal team has become a trusted advocate for parents seeking justice and solutions when schools fail to meet their children’s needs. Whether addressing violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or related education laws, we provide the knowledge, determination, and empathy families deserve in these critical moments.

For Connell Michael, LLP, special education law is not just a profession. It is personal. One of our attorneys has a child with autism and understands firsthand the worries and frustrations that come with standing up to systemic failures. Her perspective deepens our commitment to every family we serve, motivating us to relentlessly pursue justice. 

Discuss your case and what we can offer in a free consultation with our Carmel special education lawyers. Call (317) 434-1061 or contact us online to schedule yours. We proudly serve clients across Indiana, as well as Michigan, Ohio, and Texas.

Comprehensive Representation in Special Education Law

Our firm offers robust services to protect students’ rights and hold educational institutions accountable for meeting their legal obligations. Regardless of whether the issue involves discipline, misidentification, or systemic noncompliance, we have the skills to tackle even the most complex cases.

Our practice includes the following and more:

  • Special education due process - We have successfully litigated numerous due process complaints, safeguarding the rights of students with disabilities to receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). 
  • Section 504 and ADA Violations - For students denied access to reasonable accommodations or facing discriminatory practices, we take action to safeguard their legal rights and obtain the support they deserve.
  • Student discipline and expulsion - Disciplinary actions against children with disabilities are subject to strict legal standards. We represent families in cases involving suspensions, expulsions, manifestation determination reviews, and improper use of restraint or seclusion.
  • Failure to implement IEPs - When schools fail to deliver the services outlined in an IEP, the impact on a child’s education can be profound. Our team fights to secure compensatory education, adjustments, or other remedies.
  • Section 1983 claims - For egregious civil rights violations, we pursue legal action under Section 1983, ensuring that schools and districts are held accountable for their actions.

Fighting Systemic Injustice

Far too often, educational institutions engage in cost-cutting measures or suffer from bureaucratic delays that systematically deprive students of essential services. That is why our Carmel special education law attorneys focus not just on individual cases but on driving systemic change. Our team enlists independent evaluators, education experts, and medical professionals to build strong, evidence-based cases that demand accountability from institutions.

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Why Choose Connell Michael, LLP?

  • Compassionate Representation
    With compassion and understanding, our team supports you each step of your case.
  • Decades of Experience
    Work with knowledgeable & dedicated attorneys backed by years of experience.
  • We Prepare All Cases for Trial
    We prepare each and every case as if it's headed for trial.
  • Start With An Initial Consult
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Hear From Our Happy Clients

At Connell Michael, LLP, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "I am forever grateful."
    Catherine and her legal assistants were so attentive. I was an overwhelmed, defeated mom, desperate to get her child the help he needed.
    - M.S.
    "Very responsive and knowledgeable."
    Catherine is an awesome lawyer. Very responsive and understands the needs of my child and I. I’m thankful to have her as my attorney
    - J.P.
    "Connell Michael is an amazing team."
    I honestly don’t know where we would be without the amazing help from the team at CM. They left no call unanswered and no stone unturned.
    - M.T.
    "I highly recommend them!"
    Catherine Michael is AMAZING! She represented us with our daughter's case when she needed long term care and our school corporation could not meet our daughter's educational needs.
    - K.C.
    "We are so thankful."
    I cannot thank Catherine Michael enough. I knew from my first phone call that she was a fighter. She fought for my son and got him the services he needed.
    - R.C.
    "I won't hesitate to use any of their attorneys."
    As the parent of a special education child, I had a wonderful experience with this firm. Their attorneys and paralegals are all extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
    - C.M.
    "They were dedicated to fighting for my son."
    They were thorough in looking into his case and helped us get the education he needed to continue to thrive and make progress.
    - S.C.
    "We can't thank them enough!"
    The rapport and guidance were outstanding at all times. We can't thank CM enough for caring and working closely to get the best outcome possible.
    - R.S.
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