The Law Office of Terry Bedard is a specialized legal practice dedicated to advocating for the educational rights of children with disabilities. Founded and led by attorney Terry Bedard, a parent of a profoundly deaf son, the firm brings firsthand understanding and deep empathy to cases involving special needs education, particularly in disputes with school districts.
The practice is deeply informed by Terry Bedard’s personal experience battling for her own child’s educational accommodations in the 1990s, which led her to specialize in this area of law. She leverages landmark legislation such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to secure appropriate services and placements for students. The firm primarily serves parents and families in Glastonbury and surrounding Connecticut communities who are seeking effective advocacy to ensure their children receive the support to succeed academically and gain college admission.
Services Offered
- Special Needs Education legal advocacy
- Litigation for special needs education
- Advising on accommodations for children with disabilities
- Representation in disputes with school districts
- Legal consulting for parents advocating for their children
- Cases involving college students with special needs
- Securing appropriate placement options for special education students
- Advising on how to get a school district to pay for private school
- Fighting for implementation of federal disability education laws
- Advocacy related to the Deaf Child Bill of Rights
The firm represents clients primarily in Glastonbury, Connecticut, and surrounding communities, offering dedicated support to families navigating the complex landscape of special education law.
