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Mo Buti (AIEPA)

Attorneys & Advocates · Chicago, IL
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Focus
IEP advocacy autism advocacy classroom observation 504 plans
Area
Chicago, IL
Description
A Chicago-based independent autism and special-education advocate, formerly a Chicago Public Schools autism program director, who attends IEP meetings and consults for families.
Website
aiepautism.com

What this special-education attorney or advocate offers

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AIEPA (Advocate and Instructional Expert for People with Autism) is an Illinois-based special education advocacy and consulting practice founded by Mo Buti, focused on IEP advocacy, compliance, and instructional support for individuals and families affected by autism and other disabilities. Mo Buti brings over 34 years of experience in special education, including prior leadership roles at Chicago Public Schools and Neumann Family Services.

Leadership
Mo Buti — Founder, Advocate and Instructional Expert
Populations served
Individuals with autism Individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities Individuals with mental illness Individuals with other disabilities requiring educational or vocational support Children and adults
Services
IEP advocacy and representation at IEP meetings Classroom observations and assessment Report writing Instructional modifications Educational programming recommendations Staff training and professional development Parent and school consultation Educational placement consultation School district compliance monitoring Family advocacy and affordable advice
Programs
Prescription of Education™
Accreditations & approvals
M.Ed-BD (Master of Education - Behavior Disorders) M.Ed-ADMIN (Master of Education - Administration) QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) Type 75 Administrator certification Director of Special Education certification (Illinois)
Phone
312-316-2884
Highlights
Over 34 years of experience in special education; attended over 500 successful IEP meetings (2024–2025); former Director of Autism and Intellectual Disabilities at Chicago Public Schools serving 6,000+ students; 2012 Bobby Reyes Tribute Award from Esperanza.
Approach
Devoted to ensuring students receive FAPE (Free and Appropriate Public Education) through legally sound IEPs with required services and supports, guided by identifying each student's individualized "Prescription of Education."

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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
  • Whether they offer a free initial consult
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For a free statewide option, Equip for Equality is Illinois's federally designated disability protection & advocacy organization.