Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler won an almost impossible placement for my son with the opposing attorney being one of the most notoriously difficult and successful attorneys in the state. The firm was consistently compassionate and caring to me during the whole grueling ordeal. The firm is known for dealing in good faith, with a touch of class, without animosity towards the other side (and, in this case, no matter how horrible the attorney on the opposing side was) - which engendered a swifter resolution rather than ongoing litigation. Emails and phone calls were always returned in a way that exceeded expectations. The firm and their support staff are savvy and Knowledgeable in navigating the matrix of laws, even despite this being a joint custody case and them having to also deal with my ex-husband and all those additional complications. The firm guided this exceedingly impossible and tricky case to the success story that now, three years later, leaves me consistently thanking the firm for saving not just my son, but my "life" as well. I was told by the placement school itself that they never saw such a case as mine being won in court - and yet, the firm settled the case Out Of Court, after brilliantly guiding it through the Child Study Team Process. Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler -- with tears in my eyes I thank you for giving my son the productive healthy life that he could not have had if not for your help in winning his "impossible" placement. read more

My wife and I retained Sussan, Greenwald and Wesler back in January of 2007. After hearing our dispute we had with our school district, Ms. Greenwald explained to us the steps she recommended that we take to achieve our goal and then advised us of the legal fee structure at the firm. Ms. Gaines filed the petition for Due Process against our school district . We had never felt pressured by Ms. Gaines to settle the case at any time. It was because Ms. Gaines frankness that my wife and I ultimately decided to proceed to trial. We believed strongly in our case. Our case was ultimately tried through two Levels of Appeal finally resulting in a decision in our favor from the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. D.S. and A.S. o/b/o D.S. v. Bayonne Board of Education. We believe that the costs of litigation were quiet reasonable and ultimately permitted our son to receive, at no cost to us, the free, appropriate, public education to which he was entitled to. We had the additional benefit of participating with Ms. Gaines and the law firm Sussan, Greenwald and Wesler, in setting a precedential case which has helped, and will continue to help, special needs children throughout the jurisdiction of the Third Circuit Courts of Appeals. We will always appreciate what Ms. Gaines has done for us and our family. We highly recommend Sussan, Greenwald and Wesler to anyone seeking advocacy advise or special needs planning. read more

Anyone who browses the special needs communication boards on the internet quickly learns that Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler is one best law firms in new Jersey for children who need Special Education. This firm has represented both of my special needs children for many years. Challenging a school district for what your child really needs is a long and tedious process. Talking to many parents and from my own experiences, no one can increase your odds better than Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler. Although I know all the principals, Jayne Wesler, Esq. has represented my children in many due process petitions and even in Federal Court. In every case, Jayne Wesler carefully mapped out our strategy and stayed in constant communication with me. From the many appearances we made it is obvious the respect she receives from all the other professionals in this field. Jayne Wesler is a pleasure to work with, but most important we prevailed in every single case! Even against enormous pressure and attacks by the district, Jayne Wesler was able to gain the services and education my children so dearly needed. I shutter to think where my children would be today without her help. read more

Sussan Greenwald & Wesler has done a fabulous job working with our family to gain an appropriate productive placement for our child. We worked with Lenore Boyarin who is a knowledgeable, discerning and a compassionate attorney. Her special skills as a former speech pathologist add a great deal to her understanding of language based learning disabilities. Having served as a former board attorney, Lenore is savvy, well regarded by her peers and opposing counsel, and brings a collaborative spirit to negotiations . This was very important for us, as we were hopeful about negotiating a reasonable, meaningful and beneficial placement in district. There were people we cared about in our district. Advocating for a special needs child is certainly stressful, but having Lenore and her colleagues' support added comfort, wisdom, and sensibility to our lives. We have also come to know Staci Greenwald. We have watched her speak to professional groups and parent groups. She is an excellent advocate and has knowledge in the autism area that is outstanding. We highly recommend this firm for any parent seeking advocacy advice or special needs planning. read more

Jayne Wesler of Sussan & Greenwald did a superb job for us on my then 11 year-old son's case. The entire firm is a pleasure to deal with: responsive, professional, knowledgeable and caring. Jayne Wesler really knows her stuff and immediately put me and my husband at ease when explaining the process. She gave us superb advice with regard to the best way to approach our case in order to garner the best result for my son. Jayne excels at communicating with a client and explaining the sometimes complex procedures and requirements of laws that govern the issues surrounding FAPE for children with learning disabilities. She was very careful to meet my son personally at the very beginning so she better understood the individual that she was representing. In addition, her background as an education professional prior to becoming a lawyer gives her tremendous perspective about how the other side is likely to approach things. Our case has settled out of court and we are very pleased with the results, none of which would have happened without all of Jayne's diligent work. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Staci and Johanna, and I can honestly say they are exceptional special education lawyers. Johanna went above and beyond to understand my child's unique needs and fought diligently to ensure our district provided the appropriate services through Compensatory Education hours. Her professionalism, communication, and compassion made a stressful process much easier to navigate. Staci was equally supportive and knowledgeable, making sure every detail was handled with care and precision. Together, they demonstrated a genuine commitment to justice and to helping families like mine overcome complex educational challenges. I am truly grateful for their expertise, dedication, and kindness. I wholeheartedly recommend Staci and Johanna to any parent seeking high-quality, compassionate legal representation in special education matters. read more

I am writing to express gratitude for Mariann Crincoli, whose representation made it possible to get through a very daunting time as a single Mom with a teenager. From the initial consultation, Ms. Crincoli explained the special education classification process, was clear and candid. She helped set the cordial tenor with the school district which made the process collaborative, rather than adversarial. While neither time nor timing were favorable for getting an IEP in place for my high school senior son, but she made it happen. With the necessary support now in place, he will graduate with his class. What stood out most was her dedication, the benefit of a perspective having represented school districts and her empathy. I highly recommend Ms. Crincoli to any family navigating special education challenges. read more

Staci Greenwald, Esq represented my daughter when our district was not meeting her needs about 12 years ago. She listened, she strategically planned, and most importantly , she showed compassion. Staci made things happen. When my husband and I were ready to give up, Staci, graciously and generously helped us to stick out the process. The outcome would set my child up to become anything she could set her sight on. Fast forward to 2026, and just this week that same kid committed to attend law school in the fall. Her personal statement reflected on her unconventional academic and social/ emotional journey and how Staci's help was a key factor in her decision to practice law. Trust the process and trust Staci Greenwald, we are eternally grateful for her! read more

I had an excellent experience working with Mariann. From the very beginning, she was professional, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. Mariann took the time to clearly explain each step of the process, answered all of my questions thoroughly, and provided thoughtful guidance throughout. Her attention to detail, strategic approach, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome truly sets her apart. I always felt informed, supported, and confident that my matter was being handled with the utmost care and expertise. I would highly recommend Mariann to anyone seeking reliable, results-driven legal representation. read more

My husband and I retained Jayne Wesler in regards to our son's education and we highly recommend this extraordinary attorney! She is a knowledgeable, professional, and caring individual who took great care to know our son and understand his needs. She is first class in every way, and we will always appreciate all she has done for our family. read more