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Patricia Palguta

Tricia Palguta graduated with honors from The American University, Washington College of Law in 1993. She worked as a Public Defender after graduation, where she gained invaluable courtroom and litigation experience.

Tricia's daughter, born with Down syndrome and Autism, was the catalyst for her change in careers. She experienced firsthand the frustrations of dealing with her school district and the denial of services her daughter required. She understands the process from a parent's perspective, knows that it can be emotional, and is there to support and guide you to the best outcome for your child. Tricia is dedicated to ensuring that children receive a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).


Tricia puts your child first. She worked as a Special Education Advocate in San Diego and Orange Counties for 10 years prior to taking the California Bar Examination. She will utilize her knowledge and experience gained from working with these districts to try to settle the case in your favor prior to going to a Due Process Hearing. However, if the case does not settle Tricia will call upon her extensive courtroom experience and fight for your child's interests at a Due Process Hearing.

Education/Continuing Education:
  • Admitted to practice law in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Washington, D.C.
  • William & Mary Law School Institute of Special Education Advocacy 2021
  • University of San Diego Special Education Advocacy Program 2013
  • Washington College of Law, The American University, Juris Doctor cum laude 1993
  • Providence College, B.A. with honors 1989

Associations:
  • Council of Parents Advocates and Attorneys (COPAA)
  • California Association for Parent-Child Advocacy (CAPCA)
  • California State Bar Association
  • New York State Bar Association
  • District of Columbia Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania State Bar Association
  • Maryland State Bar Association

Volunteer Work:
  • San Diego District Attorney Juvenile Diversion Initiative (halting the 'school to prison pipeline') 2021
  • Director, AYSO Region 1505 VIP (Special Needs) Soccer Program San Elijo 2012-2020
Contact
The Law Office of Patricia Palguta, 701 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 300, Carlsbad CA 92011
tricia@socalspecialeducationlaw.com T: (760) 707-3144 F: (760) 820-2986


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