Expert legal advocacy for families and children with disabilities. When the school district isn't listening — we make sure they do.
Seeing our clients thrive is our benchmark for success!
The Law Offices of Phillip Sparks, APC has spent over 25 years fighting for the rights of children with disabilities and the families who advocate for them. Attorney Phillip Sparks founded this firm after discovering his true calling: making sure every child gets the education they are legally entitled to — regardless of what the school district says.
From IEP meetings to due process hearings, we stand beside California families every step of the way. Watch Phillip share the story behind the firm.
Schedule a Free ConsultationSpecial education law is complex. We make sure your child's rights are protected at every step — from IEP meetings to due process hearings.
We attend IEP meetings with you, review proposed placements, and ensure your child's program truly meets their unique needs — not just what's convenient for the school district.
Learn More →Every child with a disability is entitled to FAPE. We fight to ensure school districts deliver on that promise — including compensatory education when they fall short.
Learn More →Your child has the right to be educated alongside their peers to the maximum extent appropriate. We challenge overly restrictive placements and advocate for inclusion with proper supports.
Learn More →When a child doesn't qualify for an IEP but still needs accommodations, Section 504 provides critical protections. We help families secure and enforce plans that actually work.
Learn More →When a school district fails your child, we take action. We file for due process hearings and represent families in formal mediation — holding districts accountable under IDEA.
Learn More →If your child has been discriminated against or denied their rights, we help families file and navigate complaints with the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights.
Learn More →Our experience spans every category of disability under IDEA and Section 504.
Phillip Sparks, Esq. has been named a Lawyers of Distinction honoree for three consecutive years — recognizing excellence in Civil Rights & Special Education Law.
Lawyers of Distinction members are selected based upon a review and vetting process utilizing U.S. Provisional Patent #62/743,254. Membership is not meant to infer endorsement by any State Bar Association.
Dedicated professionals committed to your child's future.
Every family's story is different. Every victory matters.
A family in Los Angeles came to us after their school district repeatedly denied their child appropriate therapeutic services. We filed for due process and secured a fully funded ABA program plus two years of compensatory education.
Parents were told their daughter didn't qualify for special education. We advocated for an independent educational evaluation that confirmed eligibility. She now has a comprehensive IEP with specialized reading instruction.
A single mother's son had been placed in an overly restrictive behavioral program. We negotiated a therapeutic day school placement better suited to his needs — at no cost to the family.
After a school district ignored a student's traumatic brain injury for over a year, we filed an OCR complaint. The district was required to revise policies and provide compensatory services.
Phillip Sparks, leaves no tables unturned. He is a very knowledgeable attorney and he was kind enough to educate me along the way. He went to bat for my daughter when the school board would not do right by her. I am so very grateful for him and his staff. They are a phenomenal team!
Philip Sparks has extensive experience in special education matters. He is responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. He quickly assessed a complex situation, identified my child's rights, and skillfully negotiated a resolution which has resulted in my daughter making significant educational progress.
The law offices of Phillip Sparks and their staff have done an outstanding job helping our family with our son's IEP. We had 2 IEP meetings and thanks to Phillip Sparks and his staff, they helped us get the services and support for our son that were needed. I highly recommend the Law Offices of Phillip Sparks!
I really love everything this place stands for. Our community needs more people like Phillip Sparks fighting for us. My son has autism and dealing with the school system alone would have been such a daunting task. Thankfully we did not have to because Attorney Sparks was there guiding us through the process and fighting for him.
Mr. Sparks is a caring, kind attorney who always has our best interest in mind. His knowledge of special education law is outstanding and he is always very responsive and quick to keep us informed on our case. He helped us get important educational services for our daughter that we didn't know she needed and was entitled to. I highly recommend Mr. Sparks!
I've known Phillip for many years through our church men's group and have always known him to be a man of integrity and high character. When my son was diagnosed with autism, I knew who to call. He's not just an attorney who knows the law — he genuinely cares about the families he serves. Highly recommend!
Mr. Sparks is the kind of lawyer every parent of a special needs child hopes to find. He is thorough, patient, and truly passionate about getting children the education they deserve. He took the time to understand our son's unique needs and fought hard to make sure his IEP reflected them. We are beyond grateful.
Dr. Philip Sparks has been an incredible advocate and support for my family. He is very knowledgeable, professional and personable. He treats your case like it is personal to him as well. He has helped us navigate and understand the IEP process and rights of our child. I would highly recommend him for your special education needs!
I have known Phillip since high school and we attended UCLA together. He has always been a man of great character, integrity, and compassion. It does not surprise me at all that he has dedicated his career to fighting for children with special needs. If your child needs an advocate, look no further.
We highly recommend Mr. Sparks services; he is an excellent attorney who provides outstanding legal representation. He is very professional and knowledgeable and very dedicated to his clients. He helped us tremendously with obtaining a great outcome for our child. We are truly grateful and blessed to have found him!
Practical guidance for families navigating the special education system in California.
Free resources to help families understand their rights and navigate the special education process with confidence.
A step-by-step checklist to prepare for your child's IEP meeting and ensure nothing is overlooked.
Download PDF →Recorded webinar covering IDEA, FAPE, LRE and what every parent of a child with disabilities needs to know.
Watch Now →Plain-language definitions of the legal terms you'll encounter in IEP meetings, hearings, and school district correspondence.
Download PDF →A parent's guide to understanding the due process hearing system in California and what to expect at each stage.
Download PDF →Serving families throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino & Northern California.
