YOU ARE YOUR CHILD’S VOICE
I believe that you are the most important advocate for your child’s emotional and intellectual well-being. It is my goal to not only obtain the services needed for your child but also to keep you informed and involved in the process.
The Law Office of Janina Botchis focuses exclusively on representing children with special needs and their families. I will help you obtain the services that you are entitled to under the California Education Code and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Special Education
Special Education is not a place. It is a collection of services provided by the school to children with special needs who require help accessing their education.
All school districts have an affirmative duty to locate and to evaluate students they believe may need special education services. This ongoing duty is called Child Find.
If your child with special needs has mental health or behavioral issues that interfere with their ability to access their education then the school has a duty to identify and address those issues.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has powerful safeguards that protect the rights of children with disabilities and ensure that they receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).