Marianne E. Brown

Attorney Brown represented our son in a disciplinary case resulting from a verbal exchange incident in a class in school. She facilitated the communication between us and the school management which enabled us to present part of the truth that were not known to the school and assisted us with present...ing our views on the issue, all in a conciliatory and professional manner . Moreover, she helped us deepen our understanding of the school environment and school- related legal environment. Her wonderful support, both at legal and personal level, resulted in the best outcome possible for our son. Without it, our son would have faced harsh and serious punitive decisions, and I am convinced that only due to Attorney Brown's involvement we reached a fair result, and were able to restore our lives to normality.

Marianne helped me contest a DCF negligence finding that was erroneous, political and based on a improper facts. She did her homework, worked with me to define a strategy, and constructed a rock solid case based on specific details and irrefutable logic. She was thoroughly prepared for the Fair... Hearing and laid down a detailed argument that the other side could not factually dispute. She skillfully interviewed the witnesses and carefully poked holes in DCF’s initial finding. Her argument was so logical and on point, that the DCF case workers had to admit during the hearing that they cannot stand behind many of the facts presented in their finding.. Her preperation paid off and the finding was reversed. I strongly recommend Marianne to those in the education profession looking for someone who understands the complexities of our field.

Attorney Brown handled a challenging Section 504 case for us. Through her motions with the BSEA and negotiations with the school's attorney, she was able to achieve a settlement that is better than we could have hoped for. She was tenacious in researching and supporting our legal position and in draf...ting very strong documents which forced the school to concede. She took a genuine interest in our case and our child. Her passion in person and in front of the Hearing Officer surely contributed to our success. We are very grateful to have had Attorney Brown represent us and give her our strongest, highest recommendation for educational representation and litigation. If this were eBay, we'd say A+++++++++++++++.