Due Process

[marissa]

Has anyone had the experience of going through with a due process? We had a mediation in April and although we came to an agreement that benefited my son, it is not being carried out and his needs aren't being met. We are filing a due process rather than a mediation this time. Anything I should know about, be prepared for?

[Captain Serious]

In short, the reason for ours started in July, we filed after the final straw in November. It didn't resolve until May. We spend $40,000 in legal fees, experts, and other costs associated, but our case was pretty unique. In the end we settled, so we didn't see a penny back in legal fees, but we got everything we needed.

Any specific questions?

Best piece of advice: if you find a lawyer that quotes you a price that will cover everything "until the first court date," know that the first court date is usually a settlement hearing, and most cases don't settle that day. In fact, most your costs won't be incurred until after that day, so don't think you're getting any big deal.

[marissa]

No specific questions just things I needed to know. I'm just so tired of excuses, code nor being followed, his needs not being met because of excuses, and him being frustrated.