So far, there has been little indication that the general public regards lawyers who represent bereaved parents or disabled children as a natural enemy.

The school formed its own board of directors representing alumni, parents and the university administration.

He has also represented parents in complex adoption proceedings and victims of domestic violence.

Barry Epstein, a lawyer representing the children and parents, said that the law requires warnings when a product can cause defects.

A task force would hold hearings in the meantime on the creation of a new entity to represent parents.

This experience led Mark into the field of special education law, where he represented parents advocating for better services from their school districts.

"I am in a touchy position, representing the student body, parents and teachers," she said.

These hands-on farmers represent family values, parents and offspring working hard to make a living from their state's main cash crop.

Meanwhile in Washington, two dozen or so groups that represent parents or children said the new system was ineffective and should be changed.

I have spoken to some very distressed people representing parents whose children have been taken away.