SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW FIRM SERVING CALIFORNIA WITH OFFICES IN LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO

Our Family Services

Regional Center Eligibility

Many children are improperly denied eligibility notwithstanding an autism spectrum diagnosis. A knowledgeable attorney can successfully assist in reversing an unfavorable eligibility determination READ MORE »

IPP Meetings

Services are denied or taken away from eligible children every year without cause. Having an attorney present at IPP meetings will increase your opportunity for a successful outcome. READ MORE »

IEP Meetings

Whether you are just starting out at your first IEP team meeting or you are a seasoned advocate for your child, we can provide you with expert and experienced legal advice that will help you build or restructure your case to achieve the results you need.
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Informal Dispute Resolution and Fair Hearings

The Law Offices of Bonnie Z. Yates, Inc. is a dedicated law firm providing an array of services to children to help them obtain a Free and Appropriate Public Education. All of our clients have access to the expertise of our lawyers, education consultants and legal analyst. READ MORE »

Mediation and Settlement

If the District offers an unsatisfactory placement, we recommend utilizing mediation or informal dispute resolution to secure a favorable outcome for your child. Mediation with the District is an informal process where both sides can constructively present their needs and options often resulting in a more beneficial outcome for your child.
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Due Process Hearings

A due process hearing is an administrative hearing to appeal the District’s placement offer for your child. This is an evidentiary trial in front of an administrative law judge.

You have a right to be represented at a due process hearing. Navigating through the public education system can be difficult and frustrating. Strong representation on the outset will present your child’s needs in a straight forward, informed way that will markedly increase the opportunity for a successful outcome that will most benefit your child’s education future. READ MORE »

WE UNDERSTAND Families have enough battles to overcome in everyday life living with special needs children. We know. Many of our staff members are parents of special needs children and have gone through the difficult educational and emotional processes you are experiencing.

A TEAM APPROACH The Law Offices of Bonnie Z. Yates, Inc. employs a team approach in securing your child's education rights. Our team is composed of attorneys, skilled education professionals and support staff committed to assisting you in obtaining all the education services to which your child is entitled.

TO SCHEDULE AN INITIAL FREE PHONE CONSULTATION
If you would like to schedule an initial phone consultation, please fill out our Family Intake Form.

Once completed, our office will call to set up a convenient appointment time with you.

Please call 310-204-6624 for more information. The initial consultation is free.

HOW TO GET STARTED
If you would like to schedule an initial phone consultation, please fill out our Family Intake Form.

Once completed, our office will call to set up a convenient appointment time with you.

Please call 310-204-6624 for more information. The initial consultation is free.

Bonnie Z Yates

Bonnie Yates is an attorney with over 25 years of experience. In 1994, when her second child was diagnosed with autism, Ms. Yates focused her legal practice exclusively on special education to help her son obtain the educational services he needed. Ms. Yates and her team of lawyers have helped hundreds of children obtain vital educational services.