Frequently Asked Questions

  • Simpson Special Education Advocacy and Disability Rights Consulting Services provides strategic advocacy and consulting for students and families navigating special education and disability rights matters in Ohio.

    Services include:

    • IEP and 504 Plan review, development, and revision
    • Eligibility determination support under IDEA
    • Evaluation requests and independent educational evaluation (IEE) guidance
    • Meeting attendance and parent preparation
    • Records review and compliance analysis (IDEA, Section 504, ADA, FERPA)
    • Assistance addressing denial of services, discrimination, retaliation, and procedural violations
    • FAPE and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) advocacy
    • Written correspondence and documentation support
    • Strategic case consultation and action planning
    • Disability rights and educational access consulting

    We work to ensure students receive appropriate services, lawful protections, and equitable access to education.

  • Getting started is simple.

    1. Contact Us – Call or text to schedule your initial consultation.

    2. Consultation – We will discuss your concerns, review your child’s situation, and determine whether advocacy services are appropriate.

    3. Document Review – If we move forward, you will provide relevant records (IEPs, evaluations, report cards, correspondence, etc.) for review.

    4. Strategic Plan – We develop a clear advocacy plan tailored to your child’s educational and disability-related needs.

    5. Advocacy Support – We assist with letters, meeting preparation, IEP attendance, compliance analysis, and next steps under IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and FERPA.

    Our goal is to help you understand your rights, reduce stress, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

    Contact us today to schedule your consultation and begin protecting your child’s educational rights.

  • Simpson Special Education Advocacy and Disability Rights Consulting Services combines compassion with a deep understanding of special education law. We approach every case strategically — not emotionally — and focus on lawful, evidence-based advocacy under IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and FERPA.

    What sets us apart:

    • Extensive experience navigating complex educational and disability systems
    • Strong knowledge of Ohio special education procedures and compliance requirements
    • Thorough records review and detailed documentation analysis
    • Strategic, solution-focused advocacy — not confrontation for the sake of conflict
    • Clear communication and honest guidance about realistic outcomes
    • A commitment to protecting students’ rights while preserving long-term educational stability

    We do not offer one-size-fits-all advice. Every student’s needs, disability profile, and educational circumstances are different. Our advocacy is tailored, informed, and grounded in law.

    Our mission is to empower families with knowledge, protect students’ rights, and pursue meaningful, sustainable educational progress.

  • We believe families deserve clarity and transparency when seeking advocacy support.

    Free Consultation (30 Minutes)
    We offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation to discuss your concerns, determine whether your case is appropriate for advocacy services, and outline potential next steps.

    Initial Case Review / Strategy Session
    Available as a flat-fee service. This includes a detailed review of educational records and a strategic action plan tailored to your child’s needs.

    Hourly Advocacy Services
    Ongoing services are billed at an hourly rate. Advocacy services may include document review, meeting preparation, written correspondence, compliance analysis, research, and attendance at IEP or 504 meetings.

    IEP / 504 Meeting Attendance
    Meeting attendance may be billed hourly or offered at a flat rate depending on the scope of preparation and follow-up required.

    Payment Plans
    Payment arrangements may be available based on the scope and complexity of services. We understand that advocacy can present financial challenges and strive to provide flexible options when possible.

    Our focus is on providing strategic, ethical, and effective advocacy under IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and FERPA, while maintaining clear communication about fees and expectations.

    Please contact us to discuss your situation and receive a customized estimate.

  • Working with Simpson Special Education Advocacy and Disability Rights Consulting Services is a partnership built on trust, transparency, and respect.

    We understand that families come to us during stressful and often overwhelming times. Our role is to provide clarity, structure, and steady guidance while protecting your child’s rights under IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and FERPA.

    We respect and honor our clients’ wishes, priorities, and lived experiences. You know your child best. Your voice matters. At the same time, we will always tell you the truth. We provide honest, experience-based guidance — even when it is difficult — because informed decisions lead to stronger outcomes.

    We lead with strategy, preparation, and a deep understanding of special education systems and disability rights. We pursue productive resolutions whenever possible, but we do not hesitate to address noncompliance, procedural violations, discrimination, retaliation, or denial of services with clarity and firmness.

    When you work with us, you can expect:

    • Clear communication and realistic expectations
    • Thorough record review and detailed preparation
    • Strategic, evidence-based advocacy
    • Professional support during meetings
    • Respect for your time, finances, and emotional well-being
    • A steady, solutions-focused approach

    We believe advocacy is not just about documents and meetings — it is about restoring confidence, strengthening families, and creating meaningful educational progress for students.

    You are not alone in this process. We stand beside families with integrity, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to equitable outcomes.