Fighting for Your Rights, Fighting for You
At McKinley & Ryan, LLC, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and compassionate legal resource for individuals and organizations seeking expert guidance in the areas of education and civil rights, employment, and human resources management. For over two decades, our experienced attorneys, Lorrie McKinley and Nancy Ryan, have been dedicated to providing top-notch representation to social service organizations and individuals in Eastern and Central Pennsylvania.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of seasoned attorneys with extensive backgrounds in education and employment law. Lorrie McKinley, one of the few attorneys in the Philadelphia area with undisputed expertise in both employment law and special education advocacy, has a long track record of protecting the civil rights of employees and students under the nation's civil rights laws. With over two decades of experience, Lorrie has a deep understanding of the complexities of employment law, having counseled or co-counseled dozens of cases in federal court involving disability rights in employment and education.
Nancy Ryan, a skilled and persistent negotiator, has a proven track record of securing results for her clients. As a seasoned attorney, Nancy has a wide range of expertise, including special education advocacy, human resources management, and employment law. Her experience as a teacher and her passion for advocating for individuals with disabilities have given her a unique perspective in protecting the educational rights of children in public schools and post-secondary educational institutions.
Our Services
At McKinley & Ryan, LLC, we offer a broad range of services, including:
- Education and Civil Rights: Our attorneys have extensive experience in advocating for the rights of students with disabilities and protecting their educational rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Employment Law: Our attorneys have a deep understanding of employment law, with expertise in advising and representing clients on employment-related issues, including litigation defense in state and federal court and before administration agencies.
- Human Resources Management: Our attorneys offer human resources management support to social service organizations, including consultation on compliance with state and federal discrimination and workplace laws, organizational policies and procedures, hiring, termination, and performance management issues.
Our Expertise
At McKinley & Ryan, LLC, we take pride in our extensive expertise in the following areas:
- Special Education Advocacy
- Employment Law
- Human Resources Management
- Education and Civil Rights
- Public Interest Civil Litigation
- Disability Rights Advocacy
Contact Us
If you are seeking high-quality legal counsel in the areas of education, employment law, and human resources management, look no further than McKinley & Ryan, LLC. Our experienced attorneys are committed to providing personalized service and expert guidance to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Overall Opinion
The reviews for this law firm, led by Nancy Ryan and Lorrie McKinley, are mixed. While some clients praise their professionalism, knowledge, and empathy, others express disappointment and frustration with their lack of effort and attention to their specific needs.
Positive Comments
The positive reviews highlight the firm's professionalism, knowledge, and expertise. One client mentions that the lawyers were "professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic" and that they "said what they would do and then did it." Another client praises the firm's help in getting their child to do "very well in school now."
Negative Comments
The negative reviews express frustration and disappointment with the law firm's lack of effort and attention to specific needs. One client, who gave the firm a 1-star rating, mentions that they "said what they would do, but never followed through" and that they "put very little effort into" helping special education children from lower-income school districts. The client also expresses feelings of shame and embarrassment towards the firm for not doing more to help.
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