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• Special Education Law• Special Needs Planning
• Adult Child Guardianship

You’re not alone. We see you.

You’re at the end of your rope—trying to protect a child (or adult child), piecing together advice from Google, Facebook, and AI, losing sleep and carrying the entire burden.

You’ve found the right place. This is where Texas families come when school is failing their child, benefits are at risk, or the next phase of life feels overwhelming.

We don’t do family law or business cases or work outside the state.

This is what we do—every day, across Texas:

Special Education Law
IEP/ARD, 504, evaluations (FIE/IEE), discipline/MDR, bullying/unsafe situations, complaints & due process.
Special Needs Planning
Trusts, ABLE accounts, supported decision-making, benefits-safe planning, and “what happens at 18+” strategy.
Adult Child Guardianship
Texas adult child guardianship filings and court steps—plus alternatives when appropriate.

We serve children and families with disabilities.

150+ 5★ Google reviewsServing families across Texas


We understand.

Your child is regressing—or you’re seeing anxiety, shutdowns, or refusal to attend school.

IEP/ARD meetings go nowhere: promises, delays, no follow-through.

Discipline is escalating—and behavior tied to disability is being treated like “bad kid.”

Bullying or unsafe situations keep happening—and the school minimizes it.

Your child is approaching 18—and you don’t know what needs to be in place for adulthood.

You’re worried about benefits, decision-making, and long-term support—and you want a plan that actually holds up.

What happens next.

1) Free 15 minute Discovery Call — a quick call with our intake specialist to confirm fit and identify priorities.

2) Paid Attorney Strategy Session — meet with an attorney for clear rights, options, and a plan (special education, planning, or guardianship—based on your needs).

3) Representation + Action — we implement the plan: meeting support, negotiation, complaints/due process, planning documents, or guardianship filings as needed.

If there’s immediate danger, call 911. For suspected abuse or neglect, contact Texas DFPS.
We can still help, but please address any emergency first.

FAQ.

What kinds of cases do you take?

We focus on (1) special education law, (2) special needs planning, and (3) adult child guardianship across Texas. If you’re unsure which bucket you’re in, that’s exactly what the discovery call is for—we’ll route you to the right next step.

Do you attend IEP/504 meetings or take formal action?

Yes. We represent families in IEP/ARD and 504 meetings, and we also pursue district-level resolution, complaints, and due process when needed. We don’t pre-decide the path. We start by understanding your situation and goals, then choose the fastest route to enforceable outcomes.

What happens on the Discovery Call?

The discovery call is a 15 minute call with our intake specialist to determine whether we can help and what the best next step is (special education, planning, or guardianship). If we’re a fit, we’ll book the appropriate attorney strategy session and take payment during the call.

Do we “have” to do guardianship at 18?

Not always. Many families assume guardianship is automatic at 18, but there are alternatives in some situations (like supported decision-making and other planning tools). We’ll help you choose the option that protects your loved one while preserving as much independence as possible.

What will it cost?
If we’re a fit, we’ll first understand your situation, then propose a clear scope and fee structure—so you can decide with full information.
We can also present tiered options so you can choose the level of support that fits.In many special-education matters, districts may reimburse part or all of your legal fees when you prevail or through settlement.

What if we need free help?
We understand we’re not the right fit for every family. For special education, you can start with our
Free Help for Texas Special Education Families Guide. For free or low-cost disability-rights assistance, you can also contact Disability Rights Texas at 512-454-4816.

Can you help anywhere in Texas?
Yes.


Don’t take our word for it.

“We could not have gotten the results we sought without Kevin and Jennifer. They were detailed and thorough and made sure that we understood the process every step of the way. We are so grateful for what they accomplished on our daughter’s behalf. Thank you!”
— M.K., South Texas Client
“From day one Jennifer and Kevin were honest and compassionate and that continued throughout the entire process. It was comforting knowing we had them in our corner with our child’s best interest in mind and personally felt we had the best of the best when it came to representation. I have no doubt we we made the right decision in choosing Shields Law Firm!”
— J.C., East Texas Client
“The assistance we received was not only superb and highly professional, but it was also done with great empathy and a firm understanding of our situation. Attorneys took great care to review our case carefully, to answer all of our questions, and offer alternatives based on that research. We highly recommend Shields Law Firm and their attorneys.”
— A.M., Greater Houston Area Client
“Andrea and Kevin were both amazing throughout the whole process of advocating for son. Andrea was super responsive, always available when I needed, she would call even if it was just to check on me. I am so glad I found them and highly recommend them to anyone needing special education legal assistance.”
— C.H., San Antonio Area Client
“Kevin and his team are very knowledgeable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a special education attorney.”
— S.H., Client
“Shields law helped my daughter get the care that she deserves in school and is in such a better place now. I am very appreciative of there services.”
— D.M., Client
“Kevin and Jennifer are so knowledgeable. They are both honest and truly care about getting the best results for their clients. I would recommend them to anyone.”
— S.P., Client
“Shields Law Firm exhibits the many admirable traits that one would hope to find when seeking an attorney to help with the legalities of special education. There is a reason that they come highly recommended.”
— D.S., Client
“We are so grateful for how Shields Law Firm represented our son and handled our case. They are very professional and truly care about the families they work with.”
— M.P., Client
“This Lawfirm went over and beyond for our family. My son had been neglected by the school district for several years and I didn’t know what to do anymore. I called Shield’s Law firm and told them my story and they were so eager to help. I’m so glad I had them on our side. My son went from never passing any of his classes to now making A’s and B’s. His confidence level has jumped up so much in the last couple of months. Thank y’all so much for everything y’all did for us. We greatly, greatly appreciate it!!!! ❤️”
— J.T., Client

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