Lillian Elisabeth Wong

Lillian Elisabeth Wong

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Education Lawyer at Topsfield, MA
Practice Areas: Education

15 Morningside Drive, Topsfield, MA

About Lillian

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Education 100%

Representation at: -IEP, 504, Manifestation, and Transition Meetings -Mediation -Due Process Hearings Assistance: - Filing a complaint - Requesting an educator's credentials - Reviewing / correcting your child's records - Obtaining an independent evaluation

16 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Noble Education Law LLC

15 Morningside Drive, Topsfield, MA, 01983

Noble Education Law LLC

15 Morningside Drive, Topsfield, MA, 01983

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Lillian Elisabeth Wong's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ruth | January 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Parent of a special needs child

Lilian is wonderful. She is very smart, professional and approachable. She did a great job representing our family and through her hard work and dedication did not end up going to hearing, but getting everything we wanted! She was able to give us good and thoughtful advice, was realistic and honest. ...I would use her again, and have recommended her to friends.

Posted by Trish | October 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very knowledgeable Special Ed law

My family had been inundated with IEPs that were not working for our son and we did not have the time or expertise to become experts in Special Ed law so we could keep up. We worked with Lillian Wong who immediately showed a sense of understanding, expertise and calmness that helped us through a dif...ficult time with our district. Lillian will go to bat for your child, having the expertise from IEPs to court cases, to ensure the best and correct placement for your child. She has a compassionate understanding of the issues parents are facing with Special Ed departments and put us at ease with her demeanor and ability to shift the stress off of us and to the professionals. I would highly recommend Lillian to any family looking to help alleviate the struggles and confusion of IEPs and Special Ed law.

Lillian Wong

Replied last October 10, 2019

Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you!

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thoughtful, caring, passionate, expert in special education law

Lillian Wong is the most passionate, understanding attorney in special education law. We hired Lillian after meeting with her for a complex case involving our son who had learning disabilities. She was very open and responsive throughout the entire process. Took the time to thoroughly understand o...ur case, worked with us on a daily basis, as well as, calmed our fears throughout the emotional rollercoaster. She was the most passionate individual I have met regarding children’s rights and understood the intricacies of the law. She provided us with a strategy, explanations of what to expect, and truly partnered with us on our case. We feel as though she is a member of our family at this point as we have the utmost trust in her abilities and dedication. We can not say enough about Lillian. We would recommend her to any family facing challenges with school districts and their children.

Posted by anonymous | April 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable Compassionate Professional

When I reached out to Attorney Wong I knew she has the knowledge to help us navigate the laws of FAPE, IDEA and Civil Rights. While working with Attorney Wong she always kept us informed every step of the way. She was able to calm my fears and help our daughter get an out of placement district!!!... Lillian fought for her like she was her own daughter, her COMPASSION and PASSION for helping my daughter get a fair education goes above and beyond. I can’t thank her enough for all she has done, my daughter’s future is so much brighter now because Of Attorney Lillian Wong. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lillian Wong

Lillian is an excellent attorney and highly recommended. She helped us wade though all the laws and regulations and advised us the whole way. We followed her advice and documented all incidents and turned over all the documentation to her. She took it from there and got our child the out of distri...ct placement we wanted. It's a long process for anyone, and Lillian has demonstrated she is highly capable and very supportive to us during the ordeal.

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Lillian Elisabeth Wong's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Winslow

Education lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Perlman

Education lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My office recently referred a pro bono matter to Lillian. She resolved the matter for the family with ease. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Newton

Education lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without reservations. I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Wong at Goodwin Procter LLP. She is passionate and an extremely knowledgeable attorney."

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Michelle Moor

Unknown lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Laura Gillis

Education lawyer | Jan 05

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristin Totten

Education lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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James Baron

Education lawyer | Apr 23

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Outstanding Young Alumna, Berwick Academy

2010

2010 Top Educational Law Blog, Forensic Psychology

2005

Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Wong & Boscarine LLC

2010 - 2019

Attorney, The Law Office of Lillian E. Wong, LLC

2008 - 2009

Associate, Goodwin Procter LLP

2007 - 2007

Summer Associate, Goodwin Procter LLP

2006 - 2006

Extern, United States District Court

2004 - 2004

International Policy Coordinator, National Foundation for Women Legislators

Associations

2010 - Present

Coalition to Defend Special Education - Mass Advocates for Children

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re: Student v. Nashoba Regional School District – BSEA #19-09691

Parents and Student Prevail

In Re: Flavio & Beverly Public Schools – BSEA # 18-10763

Parents prevail in prehearing motion

In Re: Student v. Andover BSEA # 18-05127

Parents and Student prevail

In Re: Student v. Arlington Public Schools BSEA # 16-11465

Parents prevail in prehearing motion

In Re: Randolph Public Schools BSEA # 10-5994

Parents Prevail

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Education

2008

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Dartmouth College

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2023

23rd Annual School Law Conference 2023 “Hot Topics” for 2023

2018

18th Annual School Law Conference 2018 Practice and Procedures

2018

10th Annual Same Side of the Table Uniting in Our Approach to Due Process

2016

Massachusetts Coalition to Defend Special Education Discovery at the Bureau of Special Education Appeals

2015

Special Education Law Made Simple IEP Placement and Education Lawsuits

2015

Special Education Law From A to Z Managing Behavior Issues

2014

Know Your Rights! Special Education Law Overview

2014

Disciplining Students with Behavioral Issues Overview of Applicable Law

2013

NESCA Staff Seminar

The Neuropsychologist's Top 5 Special Education Law Challenges

2013

Meet the Experts Special Education

2013

Lawfully Managing Student Records without Violating Privacy Rights Real Life Student Record Situations

2012

The 26th Annual National MPS Society Family Conference IEPs and Navigating the Educational System

2012

IEPs and Navigating the Educational System Special Education

2010

Basic Rights in Special Education Special Education

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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