Andres A. Ramirez Mediation

Andres Ramirez is a nationally recognized mediator and conflict resolution expert with over 25 years of experience resolving emotionally charged, high-stakes education and civil rights disputes across the country. As the former National Mediation Expert for the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), Andres mediated over 1,000 cases involving Section 504, Title II (ADA), Title IX, Title VI, IDEA, and other civil rights matters nationwide. His work helped parents, students, and schools navigate complex conflicts and reach durable agreements that shaped institutional policy and improved educational outcomes.

Throughout his career, Andres worked closely with State Education Agencies, school districts, universities, and families to resolve discrimination complaints, facilitate informal resolutions, and train professionals in effective dispute resolution strategies. He now offers mediation, facilitation, and customized training services nationwide through his private practice, Andres A. Ramirez Mediation. His approach combines deep legal insight, trauma-informed practices, and strategic problem-solving to foster understanding, rebuild trust, and prevent litigation.