Expert Trainings: Legal Insights and Professional Guidance

In special education advocacy, knowledge is power—and the right kind of knowledge can change everything. These supplemental trainings bring you direct access to attorneys and other professionals who specialize in IEPs, disability law, and related services. 

You'll hear exactly what they tell their clients—live and unfiltered. From legal rights to procedural safeguards and common pitfalls, these sessions are designed to deepen your understanding and sharpen your advocacy. This is your chance to learn from the experts, ask questions, and walk away with actionable strategies you can use immediately. 

**Note: This course is not available as a separate purchase. Only available to Don't IEP Alone Academy members.

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Negotiating Tactics at the IEP Table: Attorney Barbara Ebenstein

How to Negotiate Like a Pro at the IEP Table (Without Being the Angry Advocate)

When to Refer Client to Due Process: Attorney Steve Jacobson

How do you know when you're ready to refer clients to an Attorney for Due Process?

What is Due Process Like: Attorney Mike Connolly

If you've never been through Due Process, here's what to expect.

IDEA Pendency and Stay Put: Attorney Laura Barbieri

Pendency and Stay Put--what is it and how do you use it?

Insider Tips for OCR Complaints: Former OCR Attorney Elana Simha

OCR is changing--here's how to keep up.

IEPs When the Parents are Divorced: Attorney Nicole Vascomi

Divorce and IEPs

2024 Case Law Review: Attorney Laura Heneghan

Federal Courts are always setting new precedent-- here's what's new.

Senate Disability Policy Director: Michael Gamel-McCormick

Current IEP Hot Topics: Attorney Jacki Lembeck

What are the IEP trends we're seeing right now?

Change the Whole Damn System: Attorney Roy Atwood

Sometimes, it’s not just the team—it’s the entire system that’s broken.

What's Mediation Like and How to Prepare: Advocate Discussion

Round Table Advocate Chat about Mediation