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Mark and his staff are amazing! Legal matters are stressful. Family matters are stressful. Combine the two and it is a wonder they are able to handle things with such grace and professionalism. Our son Nicholas was falling behind in school and my wife and I could not figure out why. When we went to the teachers and principal of his school for some answers, we were given a lot of empty promises and wishful thinking (translation: bureaucratic delays). Mark identified the quickest route between our worries and a true solution and he fought with the school on our behalf. Empty promises get you nowhere and mark made sure they set goals that could be measured and met. It took some time, but the end result is that our son is no longer the exhausted, beaten down, and helpless student that he once was. In addition, we are no longer the exhausted, beaten down, and helpless parents that were unable to guide him out of his dilemma. It turned out that our son had a learning disability that required early intervention from the school and that no matter how much effort we were putting in as parents, it was not enough to correct the course he was on. Because Mark worked with school administrators and staff to implement a plan of action, our son is now an honor society student who has the confidence and strength to succeed in school on his own. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for saving our child and giving his life a new direction. We hope this review gives others an idea of how valuable Mark and his staff are to families facing similar challenges.

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Amazing education law attorneys.

The best lawyers!

My son has been represented by Woodsmall Law Group on multiple occasions over the last 6 years, from helping us deal with the ever so confusing IEP process, to providing information on setting up a Special Needs Trust for my son’s future. I have always been extremely satisfied with their services every time. Mark Woodsmall, and the associates who have worked with us, have all been excellent! Always very professional, yet personable, informative, and highly knowledgeable about special education law, and so much more. Mark has helped us with past IEPs, and has represented my son on (2) separate occasions, in which, a Due Process was filed, but did not end up going to court, because Mark was able to successfully settle on an Agreement with the Pasadena Unified School District, that resulted in my son finally getting the support he needed to, at the least, have a chance to succeed. What is really unique about Mark, is the vast knowledge he possesses, that exceeds beyond just Special Education Law. Mark has a deeper understanding of WHAT constitutes an “individualized “ education plan...and how the goals, objectives, and “other related services” CAN, and SHOULD, be supporting that plan... As a pediatric OT AND mother, I was most impressed with Mark’s ability to carefully break down, synthesize, and make sense of my son’s IEP, from the lens of an occupational therapist, speech therapist, educator, and parent, who also fought for his child’s needs too. With that, he knew exactly what was needed for my son in regards to academics, to social/emotional growth, and so much more. We are truly grateful, and so appreciate what Mark, his team of attorneys (esp. Nelson and Justin), and staff have done for my son...We have always felt very supported and understood, even in the most difficult of times for my son and family, which will ALWAYS be remembered...The commitment to their clients, and passion for what they do, has surely made us clients for life!

Tenemos la mejor parte de una decada trabajando con los abogados de Woodsmall Law Group. Nuestra familia lucha para que mi Hija, con descapacidad, obtenga los mejores servicios en educacion en su districto escolar. Sin la ayuda de Mark Woodsmall y sus amables abogados no hubiera sido posible obtenerlos. Son responsables, amables, respetuosos, y luchadores. Los recomendamos a cualquier familia en la busqueda de un buen abogado para sus hijos. Gracias Woodsmall Law Group!!

I was unsure where to find a reliable source to address several advocacy questions. Fortunately, I came across WOODSMALL LAW GROUP while searching through COPAA website. The ethical and empathetic consultation I received from meeting with Mr. Mark Woodsmall in such a short amount of time was godsent. The team of professionals on staff are clearly dedicated to serving the needs of special needs families. I left with realistic options I didn't know existed and that will serve our families individual needs. So glad that I was able to locate this amazing group of professionals.

My husband I have worked with the Woodsmall group for nearly 7 years. and honestly, if I could give them 10 stars I would. As a parent of a child with multiple disabilities , Mark Woodsmall and Nelson Chu have helped our child get the proper educational placement , obtain multiple services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, mutiple Independent Evaluations that helped drive appropriate goals and compensatory services. All the above would not have been possible without Mark and his caring staff. Mr. Woodsmall and his associates have not just helped our child, but have walked side by side with both my husband and myself through the minefield of advocating for our amazing daughter.

Best law firm! Honest, efficient, professional and trustworthy!

Woodsmall Law Group has been a godsend to our family. We really felt discouraged with our child’s IEP and were looking for some advice and help. Mark and his team were incredibly knowledgeable and prompt, respectful of our concerns and wishes for our child, and helped us through the entire process. We feel so fortunate to know that WLG will continue to be a part of our child’s educational career.