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Special education law firm in Connecticut. Making a difference one family at a time.
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On Veterans Day, we honor our nation's veterans today and everyday. Attorney Berliner's father-in-law Ira Lewis served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps during World War II.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Sharing information - NYC Special Education School Fair is on Wednesday November 12th 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. JCC Manhattan. Advance registration is required to attend this event. Register here and more info: www.mmjccm.org/for-all-adul...
November 10, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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Sharing info - Parents League of New York is hosting an online special education school fair November 17th-21st 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. EST (times vary). Schools from Connecticut, New York, New Jersey area and beyond. Advance registration is required. Register: www.parentsleague.org/event/specia...
November 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Sharing info: Virtual Town Hall Meeting today November 4th 4:00 p.m. EST on IDEA & special education. Register here: bit.ly/38513E Hosts: Council of Parent Attorneys & Advocates, NCLD, Center for Learner Equity, National Down Syndrome Congress, Arc of the US, Council for Exceptional Children, LDA.
November 4, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Happy Halloween from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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POSTPONED October 22nd Webinar: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the webinar “Finding Your Voice as a Parent” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Dr. Terry D’Elisa has been postponed. We look forward to rescheduling.
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October 22, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Sharing information: Special education legislative forum is tonight Wednesday October 15th at 7:00 p.m. EST with two CT state representatives from the Connecticut General Assembly, Maryam Khan and Moira Rader. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/4hcoG4B
CT special education legislative forum on Zoom October 15th 7:00 p.m. EST
October 15, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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Wishing you a meaningful Yom Kippur from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Please join us on Wednesday October 22nd 7:00 p.m. EST for the webinar “Finding Your Voice as a Parent” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and psychologist Dr. Terry D’Elisa. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/5976E2 This webinar is free and open to the public.
In our conversation with Dr. D’Elisa, we will explore: • Helping parents tell their story: the story we tell makes a difference • Pressures parents face with their children and how to cope • Helping parents process the struggles and stress • Anxiety parents face in meeting the challenges of school and home • Managing personal and interpersonal challenges • Q & A
September 30, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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Happy Rosh Hashanah from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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September 22, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Thank you to everyone who attended the special education law and advocacy webinar on September 16th with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Allie Grafman. The webinar recording is available to watch on the YouTube channel from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner: bit.ly/38991MH
September 21, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Tonight September 16th 7:00 p.m. EST: Special Education Law and Advocacy Parent Webinar with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Allie Grafman. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/6442A
Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Special Education Law and Advocacy Roundtable Date: Tuesday September 16th 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. EST. Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/6442A Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT). This webinar is free and open to the public. Speakers: Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Program Executive Director & Special Education Advocate Allie Grafman, Special Education Advocate at ABC Advocacy LLC Bringing Advocacy to the Table: Taking Ownership of Your Child’s Educational Journey • Managing Back to School issues that have evolved over the summer • Addressing Parents’ Input and Concerns in assessing their child’s progress • Top 10 Strategies for Back to School • Eligibility Issues: Section 504 Plan vs. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) • Strategizing and Preparing for the year ahead • Parent observations, input and concerns
September 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Tonight September 9th 7:00 p.m. EST - Webinar “Back to School Advocacy” with Marisa Espinosa (Tutor and Advocate at Nurtured Learners LLC of Guilford CT) and Lawrence Berliner (Connecticut Special Education Law Attorney). Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/48B301
Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/48B301 For questions about this webinar or to submit a question, please email Marisa Espinosa at marisa@nurturedlearners.com About this webinar: Join us for an informative and empowering event designed to support families as they navigate the transition back to school. Whether your child has an IEP, 504 plan, or you’re simply looking for guidance and advocacy tools, this session is for you. Hosted by Marisa Espinosa, founder of Nurtured Learners of Guilford, CT, this conversation will feature guest speaker Lawrence Berliner, a CT special education law attorney with extensive experience helping families advocate for their children’s educational rights. Special Guest: Lawrence Berliner, Esq Lawrence Berliner is an experienced attorney with 40 years in the field focusing on special education and disability rights law. He represents families throughout Connecticut involving IEPs, 504 plans, due process hearings, evaluations, and placement decisions. Attorney Berliner is a host of the community webinar series for parents of special education students, Finding Your Voice as a Parent and has presented at numerous parent workshops. He has a deep understanding of the legal framework and real-world challenges families face. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/49A221 About the Host: Marisa Espinosa Marisa Espinosa is a certified K–6 educator and former public school teacher with over 17 years of classroom experience. She is the founder of Nurtured Learners, a tutoring and educational advocacy center based in Guilford, CT. Marisa specializes in supporting students with learning differences, and she is passionate about equipping families with the tools they need to effectively partner with schools. What You’ll Learn: Educational rights for students with IEPs and 504 plans How to prepare for fall meetings and reviews Strategies to communicate and collaborate effectively with schools What to do when things aren’t going as planned Ho…
September 9, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Happy Labor Day from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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September 1, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Attorney Lawrence Berliner will be a guest speaker on the webinar “Back to School Advocacy” hosted by Marisa Espinosa (tutor and advocate at Nurtured Learners LLC of Guilford CT and the CT shoreline) - Tuesday September 9th 7:00 p.m. EST. Register on Zoom: bit.ly/48B301
August 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Please join us on Tuesday September 16th 7:00 p.m. EST for the webinar “Finding Your Voice as a Parent: Special Education Law & Advocacy” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty (JumpStart at Stamford JCC Director/Advocate), and Allie Grafman (ABC Advocacy LLC). Register on Zoom: bit.ly/6442A
August 28, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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Today we commemorate the 35th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Read Attorney Lawrence Berliner’s commentary here: bit.ly/35D429A2
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July 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Happy Fourth of July from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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July 4, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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Happy Father’s Day from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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June 15, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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Thank you to everyone who attended the webinar last week on special needs trusts and legal & financial planning with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, Attorney James Funnell, and Stephen Ehrens CPA. The webinar recording is on our law firm’s YouTube channel here: bit.ly/38991MH
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June 9, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Join us tonight June 4th 7:00 p.m. EST for the legal & financial planning webinar for parents of students and adults with disabilities with Jane Faherty, Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Attorney James Funnell, and Stephen Ehrens CPA. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/35A41M
June 4, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day. Today we remember and honor our nation's fallen service members.
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May 26, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Sharing info- The educational consultants Prepare To Bloom & Lighthouse Guidance are hosting Midwest Alternative to College Fair Saturday May 17th 12:00-3:00 p.m., JCC Chicago -Northbrook IL. Gap year, trade schools, & wellness programs will be there. Register: www.preparetobloom.com/spring2025ec...
May 17, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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Please join us on Wednesday June 4th 7:00 p.m. EST for the “Finding Your Voice as a Parent” webinar with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, Attorney James Funnell, and Stephen Ehrens CPA. The topic is legal and financial planning for your child’s future. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/35A41M
Engaging in a Comprehensive Discussion and Understanding of: • Special needs trusts • Power of Attorney/Guardianships • Supported decision-making • Estate planning • Financial planning • ABLE Accounts • SSI and Medicaid
May 13, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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Happy Mother’s Day from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.
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May 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM