Lehigh University's College of Education

Spring/Summer 2008

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IRA M. FINGLES , ESQ. is a member of the Law Offices of Herbert D. Hinkle, Fingles, and Prior. He has devoted his entire legal career of over 15 years to the representation of individuals with disabilities and their families. His motivation to enter this field stemmed from his experiences with his sister, who has multiple disabilities. He has provided legal representation to individuals with disabilities in a variety of areas, including educational rights for children with disabilities, benefits and services for adults with disabilities, guardianship, and estate planning. Ira is Immediate Past President of the Autism Society of America - Greater Philadelphia Chapter, and serves on the board of directors and as an advisor to disability advocacy groups in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He received his JD from Temple University School of Law and is a member of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars.