Debra (Debbie) Ferdman is Of Counsel in the Long Beach office and a member of the Students and Special Education practice group. She has represented numerous school districts in special education matters for over 17 years ranging from IEP attendance, resolution sessions, mediations and due process hearings. She has conducted trainings and provided advice on myriad special education issues.

Prior to rejoining DWK, she served as General Counsel for Special Education for the Long Beach Unified School District, bringing a unique client-side perspective to her practice.