Kaeser Law Firm is a modern legal practice specializing in special education law and special needs planning, uniquely positioned by its founder’s dual perspective as both an experienced lawyer and a parent of a child with autism. The firm stands out for its dedicated advocacy to secure educational rights and financial futures for children with disabilities, emphasizing dignity, opportunity, and personalized legal strategies.
With over 21 years of legal experience, attorney Kelly D. Kaeser leads the firm with a compassionate, knowledgeable approach focused on non-adversarial collaboration with school districts, though prepared for mediation, negotiation, or litigation when necessary. The firm primarily serves families and individuals with special needs children, helping them navigate complex education laws and plan for long-term financial security while preserving eligibility for public benefits.
Services Offered
- Family law attorney services
- Special education law and advocacy
- Writing letters to school districts
- Obtaining school files
- Requesting evaluations or IEP meetings
- Preparing for annual assessments or initial IEP meetings
- Discussing and drafting proposed IEP goals
- Referrals for evaluations and services
- Advocacy by attending IEP meetings
- Reviewing evaluations and IEP forms before signing
- Researching legal issues applicable to the child’s situation
- Assessing case strength
- Requesting, preparing, and attending mediation
- Representation in due process hearings
- Representation in post-hearing resolutions
- Representation in California state and federal courts
- Special needs planning
- Protecting public benefits
- Planning for a disabled loved one’s future
- Providing an ongoing system for advocacy
- Planning for caregiving needs
- Explaining differences and benefits of Special Needs Trusts
- Connecting with nonprofit pooled special needs trusts
- Custom preparation of Special Needs Trusts and memoranda of intent
- Discussing funding strategies for Special Needs Trusts
- Understanding what Special Needs Trusts can and cannot pay for
- Explaining CalABLE accounts and their role alongside Special Needs Trusts
- Planning for anticipated settlement assets, gifts, or inheritances
- Crafting Advance Health Care Directives
- Providing Powers of Attorney
- Considering necessity of Conservatorship/Guardianship
- Reviewing current estate plans for special needs considerations
The firm serves clients throughout California, with Kelly Kaeser licensed to practice in all state and federal courts within the state. Fluent in legal advocacy and planning tools, the firm is an active member of organizations such as COPAA, CAPCA, and the Academy of Special Needs Planners, reinforcing its commitment to the special needs community.
