They seem to think their job is to be a 'pit bull' and 'attack' the school system in a direct and personal fashion. This negates my credibility, and damages my ability to work with the school. I have to clean up after advocates who refuse to return confidential documents and tape recordings to the parents. I appreciate the demands on your time and will wait patiently for a response. This isn t specific to advocates, but is a sign of inexperience and lack of training.
Similar things happen when inexperienced attorneys receive a request for help.
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