When there are requests from both parties to extend hearing timelines to engage in mediation, it is allowable to extend hearing timelines. However, what about after the due process hearing is held….can final decision and order timelines be extended for an

When there are requests from both parties to extend hearing timelines to engage in mediation, it is allowable to extend hearing timelines. However, what about after the due process hearing is held….can final decision and order timelines be extended for any reason? Mediation, briefings, etc? We haven’t had this come up before but all of a sudden we are seeing an increase in the number of requests for extensions. And the extended periods are turning into additional extended periods.