This session will focus on techniques to ensure that a hearing officer meets the IDEA requirement of conducting a hearing in accordance with appropriate, standard legal practice. The presenter will explain his 8 Rules for conducting a Hearing. There will be a discussion of management of the timelines, including monitoring the resolution meeting and recalculating the timelines. Techniques for dealing with difficult attorneys and pro se parties will be explored. Case management strategies will be discussed.
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education
Supporting the prevention and resolution of disputes through partnership and collaboration
