Law Office of Lawrence Berliner

Attorney Lawrence Berliner is licensed to practice law in Connecticut. Dr. Michael S. Cohen, PhD., ABPP is licensed to practice psychology in Connecticut and New York.

Please note this channel and the webinar provide general information and not specific legal, educational, psychological, or professional advice.

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Thank you to everyone who attended the parent webinar about special education and DDS evaluations with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, psychologist Dr. Michael S. Cohen. The recording is on the YouTube channel here: bit.ly/38991MH

Please join us tonight February 25th at 7:00 p.m. EST for our parent webinar on special education and DDS evaluations with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and psychologist Dr. Michael S. Cohen. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/20A201

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Due to the inclement weather in Connecticut, the webinar on February 23rd "Finding Your Voice as a Parent” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, Dr. Michael S. Cohen, is postponed. The new date is Wednesday February 25th at 7:00 p.m. EST. The Zoom link is the same: bit.ly/20A201

Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Evaluations Date: Monday February 23 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. EST Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/20A201 Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT). Speakers: Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Executive Director & Special Education Advocate Dr. Michael S. Cohen, PhD., ABPP, Psychologist in Fairfield CT (licensed in CT & NY) We will discuss evaluations for: School Districts, including Initial Evaluations, Re-Evaluations, and the IEE. • How to initiate a request for an evaluation if your child is struggling in school • What is incorporated into an evaluation for the purpose of special education • What are the areas to be assessed • Differences between an initial evaluation and a re-evaluation • Your child’s legal right to request an IEE under the IDEA if you disagree with a school district’s evaluation • The differences between a school district evaluation and a private independent evaluation • Presenting the results of an IEE for review at a PPT meeting and next steps for implementation State of Connecticut – Department of Developmental Services (DDS) • Evaluations for Eligibility – What is required for an application to DDS • Different DDS programs • What to do when an applicant has been denied services from DDS • How to file an appeal and request a formal administrative hearing • Differences between an evaluation to establish DDS eligibility versus a school district evaluation Questions? Please contact Rachel Berliner, Public Relations Assistant at rachel@berlinerspecialedlaw.com

Please join us on Monday February 23rd at 7:00 p.m. EST for our parent webinar on special education evaluations and CT DDS evaluations with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and psychologist Dr. Michael S. Cohen. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/20A201

Please note this YouTube channel and its videos provide general information and do not constitute specific legal, educational, or professional advice.

Thank you to everyone who attended the webinar on January 20th “Finding Your Voice as a Parent: Special Education Law & Advocacy” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Allie Grafman. The recording is on the YouTube channel: bit.ly/38991MH

Sharing information - Tonight January 28th 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. SummerFare Camp Fair is at Greenwich High School in Greenwich CT. Summer camps from Fairfield County CT and beyond will be in attendance. This event is free and open to the public. More info: ghs.greenwichschools.org/pta/fundrais...

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Sharing info - Today IncludeNYC @includenyc.bsky.social is hosting a summer camp, activity, resource fair for children & adults with disabilities and their families on Saturday January 24th 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City. More info: includenyc.org/events/2026-...

Topics to start the Conversation: • Navigating and assessing your child’s progress • Understanding your child’s basic special education rights • Addressing parents’ input and concerns related to special education • Annual PPT Review and IEP Meeting – Strategizing and Preparing for year-end • Next Steps…How to Create a Plan of Action if your child is still struggling and the school is not responding to your child’s needs

Join us tonight January 20th at 7:00 p.m. EST for the special education law and advocacy parent webinar with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Allie Grafman. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/58A810

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Today we remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice."-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Topics to start the Conversation: • Navigating and assessing your child’s progress • Understanding your child’s basic special education rights • Addressing parents’ input and concerns related to special education • Annual PPT Review and IEP Meeting – Strategizing and Preparing for year-end • Next Steps…How to Create a Plan of Action if your child is still struggling and the school is not responding to your child’s needs

Please join us on Tuesday January 20th 7:00 p.m. EST for the special education law and advocacy parent webinar with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Allie Grafman. Register on Zoom: bit.ly/58A810

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Happy New Year from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.

Please note the video and the YouTube channel provide general information and do not constitute specific legal, educational, psychological or professional advice.

Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar on December 10th, "Finding Your Voice as a Parent: Supporting Parents of Children with Special Needs" with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty, and Dr. Terry D'Elisa. The recording is available on the YouTube channel here: bit.ly/38991MH

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Happy Kwanzaa from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.

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Merry Christmas from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.

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Happy Holidays from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.

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Happy Chanukah from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner. May the light of the menorah bring hope, peace, and joy.

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Sharing info - Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services is hosting a support group for grandparents raising grandchildren on Monday December 15th 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at The Estuary (Estuary Council of Seniors), 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook CT. More info: contact Trish Strecker LMFT 860-510-5046.

Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Supporting Parents of Special Needs Children – Navigating the Journey Date: Wednesday December 10th 2025 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EST. Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT). Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/5976E2 This webinar is on Zoom (online/virtual event). It is free and open to the public. Note: This is the webinar that was previously rescheduled from October 22nd. Speakers: Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law Attorney Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Program Executive Director & Special Education Advocate Dr. Terry D’Elisa, Psychologist, PsyD., New Canaan CT

Please join us tonight Wednesday December 10th 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. The topic is supporting parents of children with special needs. Zoom registration link: bit.ly/5976E2

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Happy Thanksgiving from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.

Note: This is the webinar that was postponed on October 22nd and the new date is December 10th.

Please join us on Wednesday December 10th 7:00 p.m. EST for the webinar “Finding Your Voice as a Parent” with Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Jane Faherty (Special Education Advocate and Stamford JCC JumpStart Program Director), and psychologist Dr. Terry D’Elisa. Register here on Zoom: bit.ly/5976E2

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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.

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...

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...

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.

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Happy Halloween from the Law Office of Lawrence Berliner.