Jannia V. Cabarcas Ruiz brings more than 16 years of New York legal support experience, with a distinguished focus on special education law. Throughout her career, she has specialized in comprehensive case management, hearing and appellate record preparation, court filings, and Bluebook-compliant legal drafting. Her extensive legal knowledge includes special education impartial hearing procedures, NYSCEF e-filing, and Surrogate’s Court matters.
Driven by a lifelong commitment to helping others, Jannia has felt a calling since childhood to advocate for those in need and to make a positive impact within her community. This passion for service continues to shape her professional approach, inspiring her to support families with compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication during some of the most challenging periods of their lives.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Jannia is known for her detail-oriented and empathetic approach to client service. She excels at managing complex case records, coordinating legal processes, and fostering meaningful relationships with families while ensuring they receive seamless support throughout every stage of their legal journey.
Prior to joining the firm, Jannia spent over a decade serving as a Senior Legal Assistant and Office Manager, where she successfully managed sophisticated case workflows from initial intake through impartial hearings and appellate proceedings. Her ability to combine organizational excellence with compassionate client care has earned her a reputation as a trusted advocate and invaluable member of every legal team she supports.
Jannia holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree and a Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administrative Management from the University of Cartagena in Colombia. Her unique educational background provides her with a broad, global perspective on the challenges families face when navigating educational, healthcare, and legal systems. She also holds certifications in Human Rights & Human Trafficking Awareness and Youth Mental Health, further reflecting her commitment to advocacy, community service, and the well-being of vulnerable populations.
As a commissioned New York State Notary Public, Jannia is based in the firm's Irvington, New York office, where she collaborates closely with attorneys on a wide range of education and special education matters. Guided by her lifelong mission to help others, she remains dedicated to empowering families, championing their rights, and serving as a positive example within society through both her professional work and personal values.