Hawley Special Education Law Advocacy
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- EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY
- STUDENT SUPPORT
Strategic Advocacy
For Students Who Need Support
Dr. Hawley Educational Law Advocacy supports families navigating complex school systems, helping students access equitable, appropriate, and legally compliant educational services. Through thoughtful guidance and strategic advocacy, we work to ensure every child receives the support they deserve.
Dr.
Rebecca Hawley has worked in Early Intervention, Special Education, Education, and Family Support Services for more than 25 years across the Bay Area and at national and international levels. Her work focuses on helping families navigate complex educational systems while ensuring students receive equitable, appropriate, and legally compliant educational services.
Dr. Hawley partners with families to understand each student’s unique developmental, academic, and social-emotional needs. Through strategic advocacy and collaborative communication, she helps parents effectively engage with schools, service providers, and educational teams to create supportive learning environments that allow students to grow and succeed.
Her professional experience includes leadership and program oversight across nonprofit, state, federal, and private educational organizations. Dr. Hawley holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a focus on Special Education and Education Equity and has completed a Special Education Law Certificate from Drexel University, where she also serves as adjunct faculty.
Families working with Dr. Hawley benefit from clear guidance, thoughtful strategy, and a student-centered approach that prioritizes long-term educational success.
Dr. Rebecca Hawley
Special Education Advocate & Educational Consultant
IEP Support & Meeting Advocacy
Comprehensive review of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), preparation for school meetings, and professional advocacy during meetings to ensure goals, services, and supports align with the student’s needs.
Strategic Advocacy For Special Education Rights
Dr. Hawley Educational Law Advocacy supports families navigating complex special education systems. With more than 25 years of experience in education, early intervention, and family support services, Dr. Rebecca Hawley works with parents to ensure students receive equitable, appropriate, and legally compliant educational services.
Every child deserves an educational environment that supports growth, dignity, and meaningful progress.
Our
practice area
- Review and interpretation of psychoeducational evaluations
- Eligibility guidance under IDEA and Section 504
- Service and accommodation analysis
- Strategic planning prior to meetings
- Written advocacy and documentation support
- Comprehensive IEP review and analysis
- Pre-meeting strategy consultations
- In-person or virtual IEP meeting attendance
- Goal and service alignment review
- Progress monitoring recommendations
- Facilitated resolution meetings
- Mediation preparation and support
- Strategic documentation and communication guidance
- Settlement framework consultation
- Case analysis and documentation review
- Drafting and submission of state complaints
- Evidence organization and timeline reconstruction
- Guidance through investigation processes
- Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) analysis
- Program and placement comparisons
- Independent school and NPS consultation
- Transition planning between settings
- Academic and social-emotional fit assessment
- Developmental profile consultation
- Learning difference analysis
- Executive functioning and behavioral strategy planning
- School readiness and transition planning
- Parent coaching and educational planning
Parent
Working with Dr. Hawley was an incredibly positive experience for our family. She reviewed our child’s educational evaluations and helped us understand what services and accommodations were appropriate. Her strategic advice and advocacy made a real difference in how the school responded to our concerns.
Parent
Dr. Hawley’s expertise in special education and child development is truly exceptional. She helped us navigate a complicated school placement decision and provided thoughtful recommendations that prioritized our child’s academic and emotional well-being. Her support gave us clarity and peace of mind during a very challenging time.
Contact Dr. Rebecca Hawley,
Special Education Advocacy & Educational Consulting
Dr. Hawley Educational Law Advocacy supports families navigating complex special education systems. With more than 25 years of experience in early intervention, education leadership, and family support services, Dr. Rebecca Hawley helps parents understand their rights and advocate effectively for their children.
Whether you need support reviewing evaluations, preparing for an IEP meeting, exploring educational placement options, or developing a long-term educational strategy, Dr. Hawley provides thoughtful guidance and student-centered advocacy to help families move forward with confidence.
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BASIC
$50
Per Month
• Review of your child’s educational situation
• Discussion of concerns and goals
• Guidance on special education rights
• Recommendations for next steps
• Preparation guidance for school meetings
ULTRA
$68
Per Month
• Full review of IEP or evaluation reports
• Strategy planning with parents
• Preparation for IEP or school meetings
• Advocacy guidance for services and supports
• Written recommendations for the family
PRO
$75
Per Month
• Complete case and document review
• Development of an advocacy strategy
• Ongoing consultation with parents
• Support for school meetings and communications
• Guidance on placement and educational planning
Frequently Asked Question
Dr. Hawley works with families navigating special education systems, including IEP support, evaluation review, school placement guidance, and advocacy for services under IDEA and Section 504. Her work focuses on helping students receive appropriate educational supports and ensuring families understand their rights within the educational system.
Dr. Hawley helps families prepare for IEP meetings by reviewing documents, identifying areas of concern, and developing strategies to advocate for appropriate services, goals, and accommodations. She can also guide parents through the process so they feel confident communicating with school teams.
Yes. Many families seek advocacy support when reviewing an existing IEP to ensure it properly addresses the student’s needs. An advocate can help interpret evaluations, recommend adjustments to services or goals, and assist families in communicating effectively with schools.
Families are encouraged to gather any relevant documents such as evaluation reports, IEPs, school communications, or progress reports. These materials help Dr. Hawley better understand the student’s situation and provide informed guidance during the consultation.
Schedule a Consultation
Every child deserves an educational environment that supports growth, dignity, and meaningful progress.
Contact Dr. Hawley Educational Law Advocacy to schedule a confidential consultation and begin building a clear path forward.
Sarah Thompson
Parent