The Vincent Smith School at 322 Port Washington Blvd in Port Washington will host a free seminar, “Special Education Law Explained,” on Saturday, Oct. 15, at 9:30 am.

The 90-minute, in-person event is open to the public, but registration is required to ensure adequate seating. RSVP: admin@vincentsmithschool.org
Renowned Special Education attorney Christina Thivierge will explain the basics of federal and state special education law, how parents can advocate for their children or utilize professional expertise, and what resources are available for the different kinds of services that are provided under the NYS special ed umbrella, with a special focus on learning disabilities.
Christina Thivierge is one of the area’s leading special education attorneys, focusing exclusively on the representation of children and adolescents with disabilities.

Whether assisting with an IEP conference, negotiating with a child’s school district, or representing at mediation, resolution meeting, or impartial due process hearing, she approaches each case with the understanding that each child is unique, and not every child’s case will require the same plan.

Christina has presented on IDEA/IDEIA and other special education law topics for a number of organizations in the Tri-State area. In addition to litigating due process matters in New York, New Jersey, Indiana and Alaska, Christina has extensive Federal court experience and has argued and presented dispositive motions and matters of first impression.