14th John A. Speziale ADR Symposium: Americans with Disabilities Act & Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Peter Maher and Daniel Schwartz will speak at the 14th John A. Speziale ADR Symposium, taking pace Friday, November 20, 2026 from 8:00AM - 3:30PM at Quinnipiac University School of Law. This informative event is focused on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), exploring the rights, resources, and advocacy opportunities available to individuals with disabilities and their families.

The morning session will focus on the employment provisions of the ADA, including workplace rights and reasonable accommodations, advocacy strategies, available resources, and how to access support under the law. Dan will be a panelist in the ADA Panel 1, "Employment and Reasonable Accommodation."

The afternoon session will examine the current state of IDEA-related conflicts in Connecticut, highlighting common challenges, strategies for navigating disagreements, and approaches to preventing and resolving conflict while supporting students’ educational rights and needs. Participants will gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and resources to help promote accessibility, collaboration, and effective advocacy in employment and education. Peter will be a panelist in the IDEA Panel 1, "The Current State of Conflict in Connecticut."

Learn more at www.ctbarfdn.org.