Education Rights Counsel

cation rights and obligations. Individual Representation:
o We will undertake direct representation of preK-12 families, statewide, where the family annual income is 250% or less than the federal poverty guidelines, at the discretion of Education Rights Counsel based on the legal issues presented. o We accept all appointments from the Douglas County Juvenile Court as limited representation education counsel. Training & Contracted Services

Training:
o We provide a limited set of free webinars & training, generally 1-2 hours, to explain student education rights under state and federal law, or focus on single-issue matters. o We also offer Continuing Legal Education at no cost, on an invitation-only basis. o We collaborate with the Volunteer Lawyers Project. Contracted Services:
o We provide tailored training on a contract basis to address the specific needs of individuals and/or organizations working directly with students and juveniles. o We also offer fee-based Continuing Legal Education. o We train and pay contracted counsel a low-bono rate to assist us in the direct representation of students. Research & Data:
We gather data, analyze it, and inform policymakers across the state about issues of note in education.
• We collaborate with universities, non-profits, and community partners to review and recommend changes to ensure children have the ability to access educational services and support.
• We act as a sounding board for multiple groups and entities, providing data-supported information and support to help them advance