01/05/2026
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share some helpful information with the group.
Dr Mariah Donnelly is a Solicitor practising at Michael Kelleher Solicitors, based on James Street in Dublin 8. She is currently expanding her work in the area of education and disability law, with a focus on supporting individuals and families to better understand legal processes and their rights—especially given how complex and challenging this area can be for parents.
They are very aware of the important advocacy work being done by groups like Involve Autism, particularly around school access and inclusion.
They regularly assist with:
• School placements and securing appropriate supports
• Assessment of Need (AON) processes and related issues
• Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA)
• Understanding and navigating relevant legal frameworks
They have kindly offered to support families connected with groups like ours where legal input may be helpful. They are also open to providing a free, informal drop-in clinic or a short information session/talk (in person or online) to answer general questions from parents.
Please note this would be for general information only, and individuals would be advised to seek specific legal advice where needed.
If this sounds useful, you can contact Dr Donnelly directly on +353 83 877 4808.
Might be a great resource for some families here.
