IDEA remedies focus on correcting the educational situation. Depending on law and evidence, they may include services, compensatory education, or reimbursement of expenses. These differ from emotional-distress damages under IDEA.
Provisions for reasonable attorneys' fees for prevailing parents carry requirements and limits. Legal fees, litigation expenses, specialist charges, and educational reimbursement are separate concepts.
The engagement agreement should explain scope and cost responsibility. Additional pre-litigation consultations may follow a different policy. A claim under another law requires separate analysis and cannot be inferred from an educational dispute.
The answer for your situation depends on the facts and records. An inquiry does not suspend legal deadlines or guarantee that the office will accept the case.
Reference sources
IDEA · 34 C.F.R. Part 300Rules must be read in context. This explanation may require updating and individual review.