I created my law firm because I know how hard parents and educational institutions work to navigate the needs of the children in their care. Changing education laws and regulations make this even more complex.
I'm an attorney with top-tier training and over 20 years of experience in complex litigation, regulatory affairs, appellate matters, and mental health and education law. I'm also a parent of three wonderful, unique children-- a child with significant learning differences, a transgender child, and a gifted child who moves to their own beat. Each of my children deserve to be honored for who they are and given every opportunity to reach their potential. So do yours.
I care deeply about individual people's rights, educational accessibility, and making sure my clients' voices are heard. I'm passionate about education and excited to learn how I can help you.
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Posted by Meredith | October 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education
Forever Grateful For Robyn- Dedicated and Compassionate Attorney
We are incredibly grateful for the outstanding support and dedication shown by Robyn throughout our journey navigating our son’s education. From the very beginning, she demonstrated a rare combination of compassion, professionalism, and unwavering determination that gave us both comfort and confidenc...
Posted by Alli | July 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education
The Best!
As I prepare for my kids to go back to school this year, my mind is at ease for the first time in two years that my child will actually get the education they need and deserve. Thanks to Robyn Painter and our dyscalculia tutor extraordinaire, we finally secured the IEP that we fought for over the cou...
Posted by Emrys | June 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Productive, effective, and kind
Robyn came recommended by a friend during an otherwise very chaotic time when I felt the situation was, quite frankly, hopeless and out of my ability to manage. From our first meeting, she presented a balance of seriousness and transparency that made her very approachable. Not only was she thorough a...
Posted by Jen | May 04, 2025 | Education
Balances and caring expert
Robyn was an excellent advocate for us in obtaining a 504 plan for our 2E child. As a gifted student, it was easy for the district to dismiss him as fitting into the "average" grades/test results and therefore not needing accommodations. Robyn is highly knowledgeable in education law but her stronges...
Posted by Catherine | April 29, 2025 | Education
Wonderful Education Attorney
Robyn helped me and my family tremendously as we were navigating a tricky situation regarding our child's education and need for an IEP. I cannot say enough good things about her assistance and help. We would not be in the good place we are educationally today without Robyn's help.
"I endorse this lawyer! Robyn is a brilliant attorney and passionate advocate. Any family would be lucky to have Robyn fighting in their side!!"
Education lawyer
2013
40 Under forty, University of Georgia
2025 - Present
Owner, Painter Legal, LLC
2023 - 2025
Assistant Director, Borrower Defense Legal Group, U.S. Department Of Education, Federal Student Aid
2015 - 2023
Supervisory General Attorney, U.S. Department Of Education Office For Civil Rights
2014 - 2015
Contract Attorney, Mexican Capital Legal Assistance Program
2008 - 2013
Staff Attorney, Georgia Appellate Practice and Resource Center
2006 - 2008
Staff Attorney, The Defender Association Seattle
2004 - 2006
Law Clerk, Western District Court Of Washington
2025 - Present
Council of Parent Attorneys and AdvocatesMember
2018
Mediation Certificate
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
AB - Applied Baccalaureate
2025
2020
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