The Law Office of Matthew Storey, APC

The Law Office of Matthew Storey, APC We are a special education law firm dedicated to helping students. We understand the unique challenges they face and strive to ensure their voices are heard.

At the Law Office of Matthew Storey, APC, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals with learning disabilities. As your premier special education and civil rights attorney in San Diego, CA, our focus is on advocating for the rights and needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to customer service, we go above and beyond to deliver personalized attention and

support throughout the entire legal process. From civil rights issues to civil litigation, we are here to fight for justice. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us help you navigate the complexities of your case.

06/16/2026

The No. 1 mistake I see in IEP advocacy? Making it complex instead of clear. Show the data. Let it speak for itself. 📊✏️

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📚 What is IDEA? 💙Individuals with Disabilities Education Act — the federal law that protects your child’s right to a fre...
06/12/2026

📚 What is IDEA? 💙

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act — the federal law that protects your child’s right to a free, appropriate public education.

In simple terms: IDEA guarantees that eligible children with disabilities receive FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) and the special education and related services they need to thrive. ✅

This is the foundation of everything we talk about — IEPs, evaluations, services, accommodations. It all starts here. 🧩

06/12/2026

“Travel is fatal to prejudice.” - Mark Twain The mission of San Diego Regional Center (SDRC) is to serve and empower persons with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners. SDRC serves over 47,000 individuals with developmental and intellectual ...

06/11/2026

⚖️ As a special education attorney — this is my #1 recommendation when parent ask me how to become an advocate. Take the COPAA training.

COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates) built this course specifically for parents who want to advocate. And I’ve seen firsthand what a difference it makes.

Parents who walk into IEP meetings informed get better outcomes. It’s that simple.

You’ll learn:
✅ Rights under IDEA
✅ How to navigate IEP meetings with confidence
✅ When something’s wrong — and what to do about it
✅ How to run a business
✅When it’s time to call an attorney

🔗 Head to copaa.org to find out about the program and upcoming trainings. Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates

06/09/2026

🚨 Parents — did you know this? 🚨

If your child’s school did a records review only for their triennial evaluation — no new testing, no direct assessment — you have the legal right to request an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at public expense.

Under IDEA, when a district conducts an evaluation that you disagree with (including one that’s just a paper review), you can ask for an IEE done by a qualified evaluator outside the school district.

Don’t let a records review be the final word on your child’s needs. 📋➡️📊

💬 Drop a ❓ below if you have questions or share this with a parent who needs to see it.

06/04/2026

Accommodations and Modifications are NOT the same thing, and the difference really matters in AP classes 💡

Accommodations → level the playing field without changing the bar.
Modifications → change what’s expected.

For IEP students in AP, the goal is usually to keep the rigor while removing the barrier. But that requires a team that actually understands the difference.

Share this with a parent, a co-teacher, or a case manager who needs it today 💙

06/02/2026

Do you know what inclusion really means for your child’s IEP?👇

Inclusion isn’t just about physical placement — it’s about participation. It means your child is actively engaged, learning, and contributing alongside their peers, not just sitting in the same room. LRE — Least Restrictive Environment — means your child has a legal right to be educated alongside their peers with the right supports in place. Watch this to understand what that looks like in a real classroom — REMEMBER to advocate for it at your next IEP meeting. 💪

05/22/2026

Did you know a student’s behavior can impact their placement? 😮

But schools have to follow a 4-part legal test, commonly referred as the Rachel H. test before making that call.

Save this for your next IEP meeting! 📌

05/21/2026

PSA: i-Ready is not peer-reviewed. That means its claims about student learning and growth have never been independently verified by outside researchers.

Schools are making major instructional decisions based on this — and parents deserve to know. 👀

Share this with every parent you know. The more people who ask questions, the harder it is to ignore.

05/13/2026

Your child has rights. But you need the receipts to prove it. 🗂️

Watch this before you consider filing for due process.

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92110

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