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Matt Cohen & Associates

Attorneys & Advocates · Chicago, IL
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Focus
IEP disputes due process school discipline disability rights 504 plans
Area
Chicago, IL
Description
A Chicago civil-rights firm led by Matt Cohen concentrating in special education, school discipline, and the rights of children and adults with disabilities.
Website
mattcohenandassociates.com

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Matt Cohen & Associates is a civil rights law practice focused on special education, disability rights, school discipline, and human services provider representation. The firm serves children and adults with disabilities as well as families navigating school and education law matters.

Leadership
Matt Cohen — Founder
Attorneys & advocates
Jill Calian — Attorney
Elizabeth Hooper — Special Education Advocate & Educational Consultant
Christine Palmieri — Special Education Advocate
Tami Kuipers — Office Manager & Intake Coordinator
Populations served
Children and adults with mental, developmental, and physical disabilities Students in special education Families navigating school discipline matters Health care and human services providers
Services
Legal advocacy Litigation representation Legislative advocacy Informed consultation Educational webinars and presentations E-newsletters on education policy and disability rights Resource materials for families
Programs
Special Education advocacy School Discipline representation Testing & College Accommodations Human Services Provider representation Adult Disability Services
Accreditations & approvals
Founding member of COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates) LBS I certification (Illinois) — Elizabeth Hooper LL.M. in Health Law — Kimberley K.W. Milburn
Phone
866.787.9270
Highlights
Founder Matt Cohen holds a J.D. from University of Minnesota (1981) and served as former President of CHADD (1999–2000); the firm is a founding institutional member of COPAA.
Approach
Advocacy, informed and thoughtful consultation, representation in litigation and legislative efforts, with a passion for justice and social change and empathy for the challenges clients encounter.

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What to look for in a special-education attorney or advocate

  • Attorney (for due process / litigation) vs. advocate (for IEP meetings) — you may want either or both
  • Experience specifically in special-education / IDEA law
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