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Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law

The primary objective of The Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law is to foster alignment and unity amongst parents, educators, and everyone in between: with the collective responsibility to ensure that disabled students are protected and offered a free and appropriate public education. 

We are pleased to announce the 42nd Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law will be held October 27-29, 2025, at the Hilton in Bellevue, WA.

Join us this October as we come together to champion the rights of disabled students and shape a more inclusive future for all. Check your inbox for announcements related to this year’s event and watch this space for updated agendas and logistical information!

What Can I Expect?

  • Educational sessions will, as always, feature nationally recognized speakers addressing current issues.
  • Empirical and practical studies of special education and general education law.
  • Earn clock hours/CLE credits at no additional fee.
  • Connect with education and legal professionals from across the region.

Who will benefit?

  • Educators
  • Parents
  • School Psychologists
  • Special Education Directors
  • Attorneys
  • Administrative Law Judges
  • Principals
  • Special Education Advocacy Groups
  • Education Administrators

Institute highlights include:

  • Pre-Institute Mini-Courses
    Pre-institute mini-courses will provide an in-depth view of special education law applicable in public schools.
  • Workshops
    Unique workshops will be conducted on current issues in special education.
  • General Sessions
    Respected experts will discuss timely issues during general sessions.
  • For Attorneys
    Keep current on legal issues related to special education; connect with school districts and educators; earn CLE credit hours in ethics.

Why register?

  • Learn from special education law experts from around the country
  • Stay current on recent legal decisions and interpretations of special education law and litigation
  • Expand your knowledge on emerging legal issues and trends
  • Earn clock hours and/or CLE credits