Barger & Gaines is proud to announce that Attorney Sierra K. Chandler has been named to the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, marking her third consecutive year receiving this national honor (2025–2027).

The award highlights exceptional legal talent early in the careers of attorneys who have demonstrated professional excellence in private practice.

Attorney Chandler’s practice at Barger & Gaines focuses on New Jersey special education law. A steadfast advocate for students with disabilities and their families, she represents clients in complex matters involving Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 Plans, and Guardianships, helping parents navigate the legal framework required to protect children’s rights as they transition into adulthood.

Barger & Gaines is proud to announce that Attorney Sierra K. Chandler has joined the firm, further strengthening our commitment to providing premier legal advocacy for students with disabilities and their families across New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and beyond.

Sierra joins the firm with a distinguished background in both education law and family litigation. A graduate of Rutgers Law School and a former Marsha Wenk Fellow with the ACLU of New Jersey, Sierra has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of vulnerable students. Her experience is deeply personal, and as the child of an attorney and an educator, she was raised with a profound respect for the intersection of law and the classroom.

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