Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., L.P.A. is a boutique law firm in Independence, Ohio, specializing in the lifetime legal needs of children and adults with disabilities as well as elder individuals requiring planning for estate, guardianship, medical benefits, and long-term care. The firm brings decades of experience in special education advocacy, disability rights litigation, Medicaid planning, and trust & estate administration. Founders and current attorneys have earned recognition from Ohio Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and the National Elder Law Foundation for their work protecting rights under IDEA, shaping policy for individuals with developmental disabilities, and securing benefits for vulnerable populations. Known for combining deep legal expertise with compassionate client service, they offer in-depth guidance in navigating complex governmental systems, fostering dignity, capacity, and independence in their clients’ lives.