Lisa McCauley Parles and Denise Rekem Special Education attorneys

The attorneys at Parles Rekem, LLP are well respected in the disabilities community and known for their participation as speakers at professional workshops and conferences. In addition,  they are frequent lecturers at community organizations and parent groups throughout the State. The firm’s attorneys are known for their expertise in counseling and representing individuals with disabilities and their families in the areas of early intervention, special

education, transition and adult services, residential placements, insurance coverage, reasonable accommodations, guardianships, bullying and disciplinary issues and special needs trusts.They offer expertise in guardianships for both individuals who have developmental disabilities or lifelong impairments, as well as those who become disabled as the result of an accident or medical malpractice. They have worked successfully to create and implement comprehensive strategies to protect bullied children.

In addition, they have appeared in media broadcasts, including One-on-One with Steve Adubato, Nightline and ABC's World News Tonight.  The Firm’s attorneys have served as Trustees for several non-profit organizations dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Their compassion, patience and knowledge enable them to navigate the many processes and systems and to effectively advocate for appropriate services for their clients.