Ambika Law, PC

Ambika Law is a trauma-informed law firm protecting the education and civil rights of vulnerable children.

We advocate for families navigating special education, IEPs, school discipline, and institutional abuse across California.

03/30/2026

No child should ever be restrained or isolated for “noncompliance.”

Yet restraint and seclusion are still used in schools, most often on children with disabilities, trauma histories, or behavioral needs.

These practices can cause serious harm and may violate protections under IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA.

If this has happened to your child:
⚠️ Request incident reports in writing
⚠️ Ask for a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
⚠️ Document everything
⚠️ Seek legal guidance—you are not alone

Every child deserves safety, dignity, and respect at school.

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📞 Contact Ambika Law if your child’s rights were violated

This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Legal standards and outcomes vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. Always seek guidance from a qualified attorney licensed in your state.

03/23/2026

A 504 Plan can be life-changing, but only if you understand what it actually provides.

504 Plans ensure students with disabilities have equal access to education, even if they don’t qualify for an IEP.

Here’s what parents should know:
✅ Eligibility: A disability that substantially limits a major life activity
⚖️ IEP vs. 504: Instruction vs. accommodations
🧠 Supports: Extended time, movement breaks, seating, behavioral supports
📅 Review: Should be revisited at least annually

Knowledge builds leverage. Advocacy creates change.

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This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Legal standards and outcomes vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. Always seek guidance from a qualified attorney licensed in your state.

03/09/2026

Bullying and cyberbullying are more common than most parents realize.

Nearly 1 in 3 teens report being bullied, and almost half of teens have experienced some form of online harassment.

For families navigating bullying at school or online, it can feel overwhelming to know:
• What your child’s rights are;
• When schools must intervene; and
• Where to find reliable guidance.

That’s why we compiled 10 trusted resources from leading organizations, researchers, and government agencies to help parents better understand bullying, cyberbullying, and the protections available to students.

These resources cover:
✔️ Cyberbullying trends and data
✔️ California anti-bullying laws
✔️ LGBTQ+ student safety research
✔️ Bullying and mental health impacts
✔️ First Amendment and student speech
✔️ Evidence-based prevention strategies

Whether you’re documenting incidents, advocating at school, or simply trying to understand your options, these resources are a powerful starting point.

Because no child should have to face bullying alone — and no parent should have to navigate it without support.

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🔗 Access the full list of resources here: https://www.ambikalaw.com/resources/bullying-cyberbullying-resources

This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Legal standards and outcomes vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. Always seek guidance from a qualified attorney licensed in your state.

03/02/2026

Meet Amanda Simmons (she/her)
Founder. Advocate. Survivor.

Amanda doesn’t just practice special education and children’s rights law—she has lived inside the systems she now works to reform.

She is a nationally recognized attorney, published author on legal reform, and sought-after speaker on protecting children in institutional settings. But at her core, Amanda is a deeply trauma-informed advocate for families navigating the impossible.

She founded Ambika Law with a clear mission:
No child should face the legal or education system alone—and no parent should have to guess at their rights.

Her work is personal.
Her approach is compassionate.
Her commitment is unwavering.

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📞 Need support? Amanda and the Ambika Law team are here

02/23/2026

What if we told you that some schools and youth facilities are still strip-searching children?

Not for emergencies.
Not for weapons.
But routinely—and often without parental consent.

Ambika Law founder Amanda Simmons joined national experts through the American Bar Association to speak out against the traumatizing and often illegal use of strip searches in institutional settings.

As both a survivor-advocate and children’s rights attorney, Amanda understands the profound harm these practices cause, especially for children with disabilities, mental health needs, or trauma histories.

We are working to end the use of strip searches in schools, residential treatment centers, and youth facilities because no child should ever be humiliated in the name of “safety.”

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📞 If your child has experienced institutional abuse, reach out—you are not alone.

This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Legal standards and outcomes vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. Always seek guidance from a qualified attorney licensed in your state.

02/09/2026

You are not “just” a parent in the IEP process.
You are an equal and essential member of your child’s education team.

From understanding your legal rights to organizing documents, asking hard questions, and knowing when to pause—you deserve to walk into every meeting informed, grounded, and confident.

That’s why we created The Empowered Mamas Tool Kit—to help you:
✔️ Speak up with clarity
✔️ Stay regulated under pressure
✔️ Document strategically
✔️ Say “not yet” when you need time

Whether this is your first IEP meeting or your fifth, here’s the reminder you need:
You are your child’s strongest advocate—and advocacy is a skill that grows.

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This content is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Legal standards and outcomes vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. Always seek guidance from a qualified attorney licensed in your state.

02/02/2026

Welcome to Ambika Law. We’re truly glad you’re here.

We are a trauma-informed law firm that fiercely and compassionately advocates for children with disabilities and the families who love them. From IEP meetings to unfair school discipline to holding institutions accountable for abuse or neglect—we stand beside you every step of the way.

Founded by survivor-advocate and nationally recognized children’s rights attorney Amanda Simmons, Ambika Law was built on one core belief:
No child should ever have to face the system alone.

We support families across California through:
✔️ Special education law & IEP advocacy
✔️ Institutional child abuse litigation
✔️ Civil rights violations in school and youth settings

Our work is grounded in four core values:
🔹 Trauma-Informed
🔹 Compassionate
🔹 Responsive
🔹 Resourceful

This space exists to offer real tools, clear information, and honest support—because advocating for your child shouldn’t feel isolating or overwhelming.

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🔗 Need help now? Visit the link in bio—we’re here for you.

Address

3334 E. Coast Highway #446
Newport Beach, CA
92625

Telephone

+19494784101

Website

http://www.ambikalaw.com/

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