Help at every step with your child's school.
From a 504 plan to an IEP to a hearing in front of a judge, Bryan fights for your child. Most of his families are in LAUSD, and he helps families across Los Angeles.
IEP help
Maybe the school won't give your child an IEP. Maybe your child has one, but it isn't being followed, or your child is still falling behind. Bryan reads your child's records, tells you what to ask for, and pushes the school to put the right goals, services and supports in writing.
- Getting ready before the meeting
- Reading the goals and services the school offers
- When the IEP is not being followed
- Going to IEP meetings with you
504 plans
A 504 plan gives your child changes in a regular class, like extra time on tests or breaks during the day. Bryan helps families get a 504 plan. A 504 can also be a first step toward an IEP, which is where most families get real services.
- Asking for a 504 plan in writing
- Checking if the plan is enough
- Pushing for an IEP when a 504 isn't enough
Testing and evaluations (IEE)
A good plan starts with good information. If the school will not test your child, or you disagree with the results, we help you request the right assessments and ask the district to pay for outside evaluations when the law allows.
- Asking for testing in writing
- Pushing back on results that leave things out
- Outside (independent) evaluations
- Using the results to shape services
Hearings and federal court
When talks fail, a formal case may be the next step. Bryan has argued many cases at hearings and in federal court, and he has settled thousands more along the way. Many families get what they need without ever going to a hearing.
- Filing and running due process cases
- Settlement talks
- Hearings in front of a judge
- Appeals in federal court
Private school and reimbursement
If a school failed your child and you covered private school, therapy or tutoring yourself, you may be able to get reimbursed. Bryan's firm has recovered millions of dollars in reimbursement for families. We look at what happened and tell you honestly whether a claim makes sense.
- Private school tuition claims
- Reimbursement for therapy and tutoring
- Disagreements about school placement
Injury at school
If your child has been injured at school, our firm can help get you relief. This work is only for special education students. Most of these cases are settled without going to court. Bryan has used demand letters to resolve cases with private schools.
- Only for special education students
- Demand letters to private schools
- Most cases settled without going to court
Who Bryan helps
Parents and guardians of children from preschool through high school who have, or may have, a disability. That includes autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, speech and language needs, and more. Most of the families Bryan helps are in LAUSD. He also helps families in other districts across Los Angeles.
- Your child is struggling, and the school won't help
- Your child has an IEP and the school isn't following it
- The school said no to testing or services
- You don't know if your child needs an IEP or a 504 plan
- You were told your child doesn't qualify
- Your child was hurt or harmed at school
Parents say it best.
Five stars, from families who have worked with Bryan.
“Mr. Winn had an incredibly supportive role in obtaining the testing my son needed from his school. He was patient and understanding.”
“Bryan really cares about his clients and does an excellent job. He has always gone the extra mile to get a great result.”
“I have been working with Bryan for three years now and am so thankful for him. He is professional and gets things done!”
“We have worked with Bryan Winn for many years and have always found him to be prompt, accessible, and a total professional.”
Not sure which one fits?
Tell us what is going on. We will point you to the right next step, for free. Call or send a short note, and Bryan's office will call you back.
