Rose McHugh is a trusted advisor to school districts and educational institutions, providing guidance on the many intricate legalities surrounding special education and student services. She works closely with administrators to navigate daily operational challenges, from policy development to potential litigation, and helps ensure that district policies remain compliant with ever-evolving state and federal mandates.
Beyond her advisory role, Rose is a veteran of the due process hearing room, offering clients rigorous defense and strategic resolution strategies for complex educational disputes. Her formidable litigation skills are rooted in her foundational prior work with the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office and the Montgomery County Adult Probation and Parole Department. These experiences afford her a level of courtroom aptitude that blends astute legal strategy with the seasoned instincts of a veteran litigator.
A recognized and respected authority in her field, Rose is frequently invited to present on best practices at local, state and national conferences.
Education
- Widener University School of Law (J.D.)
- Cabrini College (B.A.)
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
Areas of Practice
Latest News
- Sweet Stevens Attorneys to Lead Sessions at 2026 CASE Academy of Law & Leadership, 4/14/26
- Kelin, McHugh to Address Religious Rights in Schools at PSBSA Annual Workshop, 9/18/25
- Sweet Stevens Secures Favorable Ruling for District Challenged over Student’s Discipline, 2/19/25
- School Counseling Video: "What Should a Parent Look for in IEP Goal Progress Monitoring?" 1/7/25
- Sweet Stevens Attorneys to Appear at National CASE Conference, 10/29/24
