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Heather Rae Pierson
About Heather
Biography
I joined Udall Shumway PLC in 2009. My practice primarily focuses in the area of education law, representing school districts and charter schools throughout the State.
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I came to Udall Shumway PLC uniquely qualified in the area of education law. Prior to joining Udall Shumway, I taught behavior disordered students. During my teaching career, I was involved in the development and implementation of IEPs and behavior plans and attended several trainings on special education interventions and strategies. Additionally, I earned my Master’s Degree in Special Education in 2004.
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While in law school, I provided in-home ABA services for autistic children under the age of three. I also participated in the Whittier Law School Special Education Clinic, which provided special education advocacy services for children with developmental disabilities. In addition, I was a panel speaker for the 2007 Whittier Law School Special Education Symposium and the 2006 11Q Deletion Syndrome Conference.
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Licensed in Arizona for 17 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2009
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Location
Udall Shumway PLC
1138 North Alma School Road, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ, 85201
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Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2025 | Education
“Fails to Protect Vulnerable Children — Families Deserve Better”
In my personal experience, Attorney Heather Pierson showed a complete lack of compassion and understanding for children with disabilities. In my opinion, she has failed to protect vulnerable special-needs students from unsafe and harmful placements, even when serious concerns were brought to her atte...
Posted by Eric | October 02, 2015 | Education
Professional who cares about clients and children
Heather cares about special education and the disabled students it protects. She is fair-minded and practical. She communicates very well and is honest. She knows the law too. I highly recommend her as an attorney.
Posted by Jessica | March 25, 2015 | Education
Heather is great!
Heather handles many special education matters for me. She is a great resource and asset because she knows both the laws and the practical aspects of special education. She is always responsive and extremely fair in her billing. She truly cares about her clients and I would absolutely recommend her t...
Posted by Milissa | March 24, 2015 | Civil Rights
IDEA, ADA and Section 504 compliance Expert
Heather is a true expert in the area of IDEA, ADA and Section 504 law. In addition to her legal expertise, Heather is extremely knowledgable in behavioral and academic best practices. She is a true advocate for success for all students.
Heather Rae Pierson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Heather is a dedicated professional with an intimate knowledge of all special education law related issues. Her attention to detail is unsurpassed and her insights invaluable. If you are in need of special education related law advocacy I strongly urge you to contact Heather."
"I have known Heather Pierson for many years and strongly endorse her as an attorney. As a colleague, I find her level of professionalism, passion, and dedication to be extraordinary. Her expansive knowledge of the law and superior instincts make her a skilled litigator; but also important is her ability to identify with her clients. As a former educator Ms. Pierson is instinctively cognizant of her client circumstances which allows her to zealously advocate for their position."
"Heather is a well prepared, diligent and very knowledgeable attorney. I have worked with her on a number of cases, and I can recommend her without hesitation."
"I endorse this attorney. I often refer clients to her in the area of special education."
Candyce Pardee
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Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Udall Shumway PLC
2009 - 2015
Associate, Udall Shumway PLC
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Udall Shumway PLC
2007 - 2007
Extern, California State Council on Development Disabilities, Area Board XI
2006 - 2006
Extern, Whittier Area Cooperative Special Education Program
2006 - 2006
Internship, Whittier Law School Special Education Clinic
2005 - 2008
Officiating Program Administrative Assistant, Big West Conference
2004 - 2005
Assistant Site Coordinator, THINK Together
2001 - 2004
Teacher, Mesa Public Schools
Associations
2009 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2009 - Present
Arizona School Boards AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National School Boards AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Arizona Council of School AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Special Education Administrators AssociationMember
Education
2008
Whittier College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Arizona State University
M.Ed.
2001
Arizona State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Arizona School Board Association Conference
Fulfilling Your Legal Obligations While Holding Down Costs
2013
1st Annual Charter School Special Education Conference
IEP and Placement Issues
2012
National Business Institute
School Bullying: A Legal Primer
2012
National Business Institute
Lawfully Managing Student Records Without Violating Privacy Rights
2012
CASE/CEC Conference
OCR, Due Process, and State Complaints...Oh My!
2012
Arizona Charter Schools Association 2012 Annual Conference
Hot Topics in Charter School Law - Or - What to Do When the ---- Hits the Fan?
2012
Arizona Charter School Association
"OCR, due Process, and State complaints...Oh My! Top Ten Tips to Avoid Complaints"
2011
CASE/CEC Conference
Recent Cases in Arizona & Other Arizona Matters
2010
CASE/CEC Conference
Recent Cases in Arizona & Other Arizona Matters
2007
2007 Whittier Law School Special Education Symposium
Panel Speaker
2006
11Q Deletion Syndrome Conference
Panel Speaker
Publications
2011
Charter School Monthly
“The Necessary Burden of Public Records” (Co-author)
2011
Charter School Monthly
“Parrots, Horses, and Dogs…Oh My!” (Co-author)
2011
Charter School Monthly
“Is It a True Threat?” (Co-author)
Languages
English