Law Office of James A. Lester

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- James Lester



Phone Consultations For Parents

Easily Get Special Education

Answers, Explanations, and Solutions

Do you have questions or concerns about your child’s IEP or other special education-related matter?  Are you new to special education and just trying to figure it out?

Get helpful information and advice regarding your IEP or other special education issues.

It's convenient and affordable.

You don’t have to figure it out alone!

• Get your questions answered
• Know your rights and options
• Find solutions to your problems



James A. Lester

Special education attorney, advocate and consultant serving Michigan parents for over a decade.

Talk To An Expert

I've been practicing special education law for over a decade.  I also have a child with disabilities (autism) who receives special education services.  I know the system and how it works.

I've helped hundreds of families throughout Michigan with all kinds of special education related matters, from answering simple questions to solving complex problems. 

There's a good chance I've helped other families with the same questions, concerns or problems that you have.  I would be happy to help you too.  In my experience, a consultation is often all it takes.


I provide two types of consultation service for parents who want information and advice, but who aren't looking for full legal representation at this time. 

Both types of consultation are conveniently performed by phone conference.

Two Options For Phone Consultations

Option 1: Ask The Attorney

• One phone conference of up to 30 minutes
• Does NOT include document review or legal research
• A simple Q&A session to answer basic questions about education law and rights
  

 This type of consultation is appropriate for questions such as "What is an IEP and why is it important?" or "I keep asking the school to evaluate my child for special education but they never do it - what can I do?".  

Option 2: Full Case Review 

• One phone conference of up to 2 hours
• Includes review of relevant documents you provide in advance by mail or email
• Includes minimal routine legal research, but not significant research projects

 This is a more traditional full review and analysis of your case. It is appropriate for more complex situations that give rise to multiple questions or concerns, require complex analysis or problem-solving, or for situations requiring a review of documents.  This consultation typically involves in-depth discussion of options and strategies for solving the problem and recommendations on how to proceed. 

Benefits Of A Phone Consultation

The special education system is complicated.  Even the schools struggle to understand some of the finer points.  If you are confused about something you are certainly not alone.  If you think there is a problem with your child’s special education program or IEP, you could very well be right. 

But you have enough on your plate taking care of your child.  You shouldn’t also have to bear the burden of trying to figure out the special education system on your own.  Your time and energy are valuable and in limited supply.

A phone conference can be a shortcut to understanding and solutions.  It can save you many hours of time, and loads of frustration and stress.  And it can save you from the consequences of making a mistake, or delays in solving a problem because you don’t know what to do.

Finally, remember that it’s easier to avoid a problem or solve it early while it is small than waiting until it grows into a huge crisis.  A consultation at the first sign of a problem can result in a quick, easy and inexpensive solution.  That benefits your child, and everyone else too.

My consultations are:

• Convenient and affordable - phone conference (no travel) arranged according to YOUR schedule.  Talk to me after dinner from the comfort of your living room.
• Client-focused - we talk about YOUR questions, concerns, and objectives
• User-friendly - I explain things in plain English, not legal babble

Advantages of a consultation:

• Save time and effort - it’s the easy way to get answers, understanding, and solutions
• Avoid mistakes that could make things worse
• Confidence in knowing that what you’re saying and doing is correct

Your child is important.  Their education, safety, and well-being are important.  If you think there is a problem at school, or you are confused about the special education system, talk to an expert.

Not For Emergencies

Under normal circumstances, you should allow for 3-7 business days between the time you submit the request form below and the completion of the consultation.  Under some circumstances, the delay may be longer.  For that reason, this service is NOT appropriate for emergency situations.  If you are dealing with an emergency and need immediate help, DO NOT request this service.

How To Request a Consultation

If you are interested in a phone consultation, simply fill out the form below and click on the “submit” button.  I’ll email you additional details about the consultation process.  If you decide to proceed, then we’ll work out a mutually convenient time for the consultation.


**Please note - these consultation services are only available in Michigan.

Interested In A Consultation?

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Please Note:

Filling out this request form does not create an attorney/client relationship.  It is only a request for additional information regarding this service.

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