Disclaimer

Who We Are (and Who We Are Not)

Meghan Moore is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Master of Arts in Special Education, working as a non-attorney special education advocate. Courtney Aseltine is a non-attorney special education advocate, educator, and COPAA member. Neither Meghan nor Courtney is an attorney. Neither holds a license to practice law in North Carolina, South Carolina, or any other state. Neither is permitted to give legal advice, draft legal pleadings, represent you in court, or act as your legal representative in any forum where the law requires a licensed attorney.

Special education advocacy is a non-legal service. Advocates help families understand the IEP and Section 504 process, review educational documents, prepare for meetings, attend meetings alongside parents, and communicate with school teams. Federal law (IDEA, 20 U.S.C. § 1414(d)(1)(B) and 34 C.F.R. § 300.321) permits parents to bring individuals with knowledge or special expertise about their child to IEP meetings. That is the role we fill. It is not the practice of law.

No Legal Advice

The content on this website — including all guides, articles, resources, downloads, emails, and social media posts — is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice, it is not a substitute for legal advice, and it should not be relied upon as legal advice. Special education laws and regulations, including IDEA and Section 504, are applied differently from state to state and district to district, and they change. Information on this site may not reflect the most current legal developments and may not apply to your situation. For advice about your specific circumstances, consult a licensed special education attorney in your state.

No Attorney-Client Relationship

Because we are not attorneys, no attorney-client relationship can be or ever is created with Mama Moore Advocacy — not by reading this website, submitting a contact form, texting, emailing, booking a consultation, or hiring us. In addition, no advocate-client relationship is created until you and Mama Moore Advocacy have signed a written services agreement. An initial consultation, by itself, does not make you a client.

Your Communications With Us Are Not Legally Privileged

This is important and many families don't know it: communications with a non-attorney advocate are generally not protected by attorney-client privilege. Unlike conversations with a lawyer, what you share with us could potentially be subject to disclosure in a due process hearing or other legal proceeding. We treat everything you share with us as confidential as a matter of professional practice and we will never voluntarily disclose your information, but we cannot promise the legal protection of privilege, because the law does not extend it to advocates. If you have information that must stay legally privileged, share it with an attorney.

What We Cannot Do For You

We cannot represent you in a due process hearing, state complaint proceeding where legal representation is required, mediation in a legal capacity, or any court. We cannot give you legal advice, interpret how a statute applies to your specific facts as a legal opinion, advise you on legal strategy, calculate or advise on statutes of limitations or filing deadlines, or draft legal documents. If your dispute is heading toward due process, litigation, or formal legal action — or if a filing deadline may apply to your situation — you should consult a licensed special education attorney promptly. Deadlines in special education law can be short, and missing one can permanently forfeit your child's claims. We are glad to work alongside your attorney, and we routinely refer families to attorneys when a situation calls for one.

Scope of the BCBA Credential

Meghan's BCBA certification reflects expertise in behavior analysis. In her advocacy work she draws on that training to evaluate behavior plans, goals, and services, but Mama Moore Advocacy does not provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, clinical or therapeutic services, or medical, psychological, or educational diagnoses. Nothing on this site or in our services constitutes medical, psychological, or clinical advice. Consult qualified clinical professionals for evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.

Outcomes Not Guaranteed

Every child, IEP team, and school district is different. While we work diligently on behalf of every family we serve, we make no guarantees, warranties, or predictions about the outcome of any IEP meeting, eligibility determination, school district decision, or advocacy effort. Past results do not predict future outcomes. Decisions about your child's education are made by IEP teams and school districts under federal and state law, and no advocate can promise a particular result.

Testimonials

Testimonials on this website reflect the real experiences of individual families. They are specific to those families' circumstances and are not a promise or prediction that your family will have a similar experience or result.

Your Responsibility for Decisions

All decisions about your child's education — including whether to sign an IEP, accept or decline services, file a complaint, request mediation, or pursue due process — are yours alone. We provide information, preparation, and support to help you make informed decisions; we do not make decisions for you. Mama Moore Advocacy is not liable for the consequences of decisions you make, actions you take, or actions you choose not to take, whether based on information from this website or from our services.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mama Moore Advocacy, Meghan Moore, and Courtney Aseltine disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of this website or reliance on its content. Your use of this website is at your own risk.

Third-Party Resources

Links to external websites or resources are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party sites.

Finding an Attorney

If you need legal advice or representation, look for a licensed special education attorney in your state. The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) maintains a directory of special education attorneys, and your state bar association offers lawyer referral services.

Contact

Questions about this disclaimer or our services? Email [email protected].