Special education
Counsel and representation for families across the range of special education matters affecting their child's schooling.
For families of students with disabilities
Helping your child receive the education the law provides.
Porta Law P.C. represents parents and families in special education matters, working alongside you to understand your child's rights, organize the record, and advocate clearly at every step.
Initial records review: a $400 flat fee, completed before any consultation.
Existing clients: secure document upload
By appointment, Hamilton, New York
Law and education
A law degree earned with honors and a Master's in Education focused on disability law.
A parent's perspective
An advocacy practice rooted in firsthand experience as a parent of a child with autism.
Access to representation
Committed to helping families regardless of their ability to pay.
About the firm
A practice built from lived experience.
William J. Porta, Esq., M.Ed., became an advocate for children with disabilities after his young son was diagnosed with autism. That experience led him to earn his law degree with honors and a Master's in Education focused on disability law.
Today, Porta Law P.C. represents families and parents of students with disabilities in special education matters. The firm works closely with each family to understand their child's needs, organize the relevant records, and build a clear, well-documented case. It is committed to helping families regardless of their ability to pay.
How the firm helps
Focus areas
Representation and guidance across the special education process, from the first meeting to a formal hearing.
IEP and CSE meetings
Support in preparing for and participating in Committee on Special Education meetings and the development of the IEP.
Evaluations and IEEs
Guidance on school evaluations and on requesting independent educational evaluations when an outside assessment is needed.
Due process
Representation in due process matters when a disagreement with the school district cannot be resolved informally.
Records and case organization
Helping parents gather, organize, and make sense of their child's records so the case is clear and well-supported.
Steady advocacy
A measured, well-prepared approach that keeps your child's needs at the center of every conversation.
Ready to begin? Request a records review.
An initial records review is a $400 flat fee, completed before a consultation. Submit your information and the office will follow up.
Contact
Reach the firm
Porta Law P.C. meets with families by appointment. The best way to begin is to request a records review or call.
Office
Hamilton, New YorkBy appointment. Please call ahead to schedule a meeting.