EDUCATION LAW UNIT | THE LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF ROCHESTER, NY

* The attorneys and advocates of the Education Law program at the Legal Aid Society of Rochester provide support and legal representation to youth and their families in a variety of circumstances, including: School Attendance. Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Section 504 Plan meetings. Formation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and section 504 Plans. Student Discipline. Superintendent Suspension Hearings and Manifestation Determination Hearings. School Residency, and Enrollment cases, including Homeless cases. Responsibilities and Rights of Youth, Parents & Schools. Student Health and Safety - including bullying. Transportation matters. Sports elegibility. Independent educationl evaluations. General education appeals to the Commisioner.

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211 Life Line Finger Lakes

Physical Address

1 West Main Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Hours

M-TH 8:45AM-5:00PM. F 9:00AM-4:00PM.

Fax

(585) 232-2352

Application process

Call for information.

Fee

No fee for service.

Eligibility

Children from birth to 21 years old.

Service area

Wayne County, New York Steuben County, New York Ontario County, New York Livingston County, New York Monroe County, New York

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THE LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF ROCHESTER, NY

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester provides direct civil legal services, including law advocacy and related human services, to adults and children. They ensure that those who seek justice have an opportunity to receive a fair and full hearing. They obtain legal solutions that have a beneficial impact on our clients and the community.