Legal

  • Disability Rights Texas (previously Advocacy, Inc.)
    • www.disabilityrightstexas.org
    • 800-252-9108 (V/TDD) 
    • 512-454-4816 (V/TDD)            
    • The federally funded "watchdog" to protect and advocate for the legal rights of people with disabilities in Texas. May be able to assist you with legal problems if it falls within their set priorities. Have helped parents with school issues when a precedent can be set to help others in the state. Has a great parent-friendly guide to Special Education.
  • Annual People’s Law School - Free Annual Seminar at UT Law School February each year 
    • http://www.travisbar.com 
    • 512-472-0279                            
    • Travis County Bar Association offers these free courses: Health insurance (Fighting Denial of Health Coverage), Wills & Trusts & Estate Planning, and Special Education (How to Advocate for Your Child and Navigate the System)
  • Disability Law Resource Project Resource Center on ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) & IT (Information Technology Accessiblity)
    • http://www.dlrp.org
    • 800-949-4232                            
    • Services provided include technical assistance, education and training, publications, referral networks, and public awareness.