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Jan 19, 2021

State of California’s Vaccination Plan

California has a large population of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Recent COVID-19 studies have identified several groups within this population as being at high risk of COVID-19 complications and related fatalities. The purpose of this letter is to clarify that family members of certain people are “health care workers” pursuant to the StateRead More

Mar 13, 2018

Five Powerful Tools #1 – The Right to Request Assessments

“Child Find” is the term used to define the obligation of public schools to look for struggling students that might have a learning disability. Despite that obligation, most school assessments are initiated due to parental requests. If you suspect your child’s struggles with school, anxiety, depression, or school refusal may stem from an undiagnosed learningRead More

Mar 05, 2018

FIVE POWERFUL TOOLS for Special Ed Parents

Most special education parents have received enough copies of their procedural rights to build a fort. But, even if you have taken the time to read them, they don’t inform or educate you about the “tools” the law provides parents and how you can use them to support your child’s right to that all tooRead More

Aug 16, 2017

TLO BACK-TO-SCHOOL IEP CHECKUP GUIDE

Just like your child needs an annual well-child check-up with their pediatrician, your child’s IEP or 504 needs an annual checkup to assure it is effective. There is no better time than summer, so you can request an early meeting to make any necessary changes or updates. It is likely your child’s IEP was draftedRead More

Aug 10, 2017

Lay the Foundation for a Successful Back-to-School Transition

Summer can be a mixed bag for special needs children and their parents. For some the relief from academic and social demands makes for a welcome and relaxing break. For others the loss of the school routine and supports can result in a trying and difficult time. But, for all transitioning back to a newRead More

Jul 14

ALPHABET SOUP: A Special Education Law Appetizer

If you are new to the special education process, it may feel like you’ve stumbled into a strange land where they speak a completely different language. Here is a primer on the common abbreviations and acronyms used when discussing special education. ABA – Applied Behavioral Therapy – A data-driven, evidence-based method of therapy used toRead More

Apr 05, 2017

Key Points to a Successful IEP

Concerned you aren’t getting the most out of your IEP? Watch our video to explain the steps necessary to achieve the best possible IEP for your child.

Jan 11, 2017

Supreme Court Hears Special Ed. Case

Today the Supreme Court heard the case of Endrew F., which requested clarification on the “substantial educational benefit” standard for FAPE under the Rowley standard.

Jan 10, 2010

How to Request and Obtain an Independent Educational Evaluation

David shares tips on how to request and obtain an IEE.

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Our 13 year old daughter with special needs had not been receiving the appropriate appropriate accommodations she needed to progress in school since kindergarten, despite years of advocating with inappropriate accommodations, incorrect placements, broken promises and failed middle school transition where she lost the entire sixth grade year! We finally got fed up and called Tollner Law Associates where we retained Amanda O’Neal which was the best decision we have ever made! Amanda has been ins… Read more

Morgan Hill UnifiedMorgan Hill, CA

Where to begin. Our child has had an IEP since second grade and never really got the type or level of support she needed. We finally had enough of her IEP team dragging their feet and seemingly talking in circles and hired a special educational lawyer. Unfortunately, our initial lawyer didn’t seem to “get” our child or her needs. After a year, we turned to Tollner Law Offices and worked first with James S. and then with David T. to evaluate and help remedy our child’s situation.

David and his te… Read more

San Jose Unified School DistrictSan Jose, CA

I’ve worked with two lawyers from Tollner Law Offices over the past six years, David Tollner and Bonnie Yates. Both attorneys are top-notch. I have two children who required their services. Both attorneys worked wonderfully with the school districts. They’re both very knowledgable about special education laws and guided my husband and me to get the appropriate accommodations and tuition reimbursement for our children. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Tollner Law Offices… Read more

San Mateo-Foster CityFoster City, CA

We found this office through a parent group that we trust a great deal. Wd’d never needed representation for an IEP and so didn’t know what to expect. We were very pleased with the process and outcome. Our attorney, Amanda O’Neil was all the things you want: professional, thorough and friendly. The thing we appreciated most was how easy it was to reach her and how quickly she responded to any/all of our questions. Her involvement in our IEP process is THE reason we were able to get the placement… Read more

Santa Cruz CitySanta Cruz

As a single mom who was lost with what to do for my son and his educational needs, David made everything very clear.

Fremont, CA

David Tollner has assisted us over the past 8 years as we have untangled many issues with two different school districts in San Mateo County. He is flexible, open minded, professional, efficient and direct while respecting the values and opinions of all parties involved. Highly recommend him if you are dealing with a contentious situation.

San Mateo, CA

Sarah and her team ” brought the sledge.” They were not only efficient and economical in their use of our time , but they brought results much sooner and more positively than expected. We were guided every step of the way by Sarah especially have very warm demeanor, who I mostly would speak with on the phone or zoom. I felt very supported and informed.

Pacifica School District.California

Amanda was also very helpful when David wasn’t around. Sometimes God provide us angels to guide us in our most painful time of need and I truly believe David was that angel. We have been struggling for the past 3 years following the recommendations of the school district. We needed external help where our daughter could be in a structured environment where trained and compassionate individuals were there to help her 24/7. David is a very skilled Special Education attorney but what impressed me m… Read more

David was very knowledgeable and professional from day one. His knowledge of the nuances of the legal process and the investment he made in understanding the specifics of our case was exemplary. Throughout the process, we felt that he had the best interest of our child in mind. Our early sense was that we were in safe hands when we signed up with him and this was confirmed through all our interactions and, ultimately, when we got the desired outcome for our child in the case.

CUSDcupertino

Attorney Amanda O’Neal goes above and beyond! She helped me resolve my complicated child special needs issues with the school district, or with any questions, I might have. She is extremely patient and thorough, updates were always available.
She helped keep me calm through the whole process. I was truly blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Amanda O’Neal, she is awesome!!
I wouldn’t think twice about recommending Attorney Amanda O’Neal, extremely knowledgeable and easy to work wi… Read more

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