Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler is recognized as one of New Jersey’s top law firms in both special education and estate planning. Having helped thousands of families secure their futures and access vital educational opportunities for their children with special needs, our work has set legal precedents in both New Jersey and Federal Courts. SGW brings a comprehensive approach to our clients’ legal needs, adeptly handling IEP meetings, courtroom litigation, and estate planning to achieve the best outcomes for families. With our deep understanding of the complexities involved, we’re ready to assist you—contact us today to find out how we can help.
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Our Mission
Our success rests in part on the broad perspective we take in addressing the legal needs of our clients. We are equally prepared to advocate in a school district IEP meeting as we are to litigate in the courtroom. We explore and maximize all opportunities to help parents achieve their goals for their children. In addition, we can protect your estate assets against your possible future mental or physical incapacity and the catastrophic costs of long-term medical and nursing care.
Special Education
In New Jersey, every child who has a disability and meets legal criteria, or who has a disability that adversely impacts his/her education, is entitled to a free and appropriate public education. This means that school districts must offer special needs children access to a full range of educational settings.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning is important, no matter what the size of your estate may be. Through estate planning, you ensure that your assets will go to your intended beneficiaries. You may also save money on taxes, court costs, and attorney’s fees, and prevent squabbling among your heirs and financial confusion after your death.
Guardianship
Advocating For Your Special Needs Family Member One of the services we offer is Guardianship — an important legal protection for adults with special needs. As your family member approaches his or her 18th birthday, you should consider taking action that will legally appoint you as his or her guardian. By doing this, you’ll be able to act on his or her behalf when making important decisions regarding education, medical treatment, and financial matters.
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C.B. & A.B. o/b/o A.B. v. HOWELL TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
Justice Served! Partner Andrew Meltzer, Esq. and Associate Hannah Argul, Esq. achieved a significant victory over the Howell Township Board of Education. The New Jersey Office of Administrative Law found that Howell Township failed to provide A.B., a student with autism and other disabilities, with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). Despite years of placement in district programs, A.B. showed regression and persistent maladaptive behaviors with no meaningful academic progress. The district’s approach lacked an effective behavioral plan and failed to revise her IEP. The parents unilaterally placed A.B. at the Center School, where she began making academic and social progress. The court ordered reimbursement for tuition, transportation, and legal fees, affirming that the Center School provided FAPE in the least restrictive environment.
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Over 45 Years of Success!
For more than 45 years, Cranbury, New Jersey–based Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler has helped thousands of special needs children obtain access to educational opportunities they would not otherwise have had.
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SGW is recognized as one of the leading special education and estate planning law firms in NJ, having helped thousands of families.