Kevin Shields

Kevin Shields

Special Education Law throughout Texas
  • Education Law, Civil Rights
  • District of Columbia, Maryland, Texas
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Serving Texas families in Special Education, Guardianship, Special Needs Planning and Medicaid Planning matters.

Practice Areas
    Education Law
    Civil Rights
    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law
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    Special Education Lawyer
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
District of Columbia
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Maryland
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Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Shields Law Firm
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Education
University of Texas - Austin
Honors: High Honors
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Georgetown University Law Center
J.D.
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Professional Associations
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)
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State Bar of Texas  # 24098742
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American Bar Association
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Conflict Mediation
Universtiy of Texas
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Special Education Law Firm
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Shields Law Firm | Special Education Law
Legal Answers
6 Questions Answered
Q. My son is autistic and in the special needs program at his elementary school. Can I have a say in making modifications
A: Yes, absolutely. As the parent, you are a member of any group that meets to decide services or placement for your son.

The law is clear regarding parent participation in meetings:

The parents of a child with a disability must be afforded an opportunity to participate in meetings with respect to -

(i) The identification, evaluation, and educational placement of the child; and

(ii) The provision of FAPE to the child. 34 CFR 300.501 (b)

Your son's IEP team is a good place to start and voice your concerns.

If you cannot make progress with the IEP team, using a special education advocate or lawyer may help. No matter how you proceed though, you should have a voice in the process. ... Read More
Q. Do the parents of the minor have to be present when the minor makes a verbal /written statement to school & local police
A: Parents need not be present while school officials are asking questions of a student in most cases. However, if the questioning was by the police or your child was in police custody, constitutional protections may be triggered. You may want to consult a local criminal lawyer about the specific details of your case.
Q. I got a ticket for possession of alcohol on school grounds but I only had a bottle that smelled like beer
A: While you were at a school, this is more of a criminal law question and are likely being charged under your state's criminal code. Once your case goes to court, you can present whatever evidence you have during a trial. It may be helpful to contact a local criminal lawyer about your individual facts.
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Contact & Map
Shields Law - Special Needs & Special Education Law
24285 Katy Fwy Suite 300A
Katy, TX 77494
Telephone: (832) 532-6707
Monday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 9 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Special education, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Trusts, Guardianship legal help in Katy, Texas
Shields Law - Special Needs & Special Education Law
18911 Hardy Oak Blvd Suite 144
San Antonio, TX 78258
Telephone: (210) 796-1122
Monday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 9 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 9 AM
Thursday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Special education, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Trusts, Guardianship legal help in San Antonio Texas
Shields Law - Special Needs & Special Education Law
720 Rusk St ste 501
Houston, TX 77002
Telephone: (832) 422-7333
Monday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 9 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Special Education, Guardianships, Medicaid Planning and Special Needs Trusts in Houston Texas