A New Chapter & Continued Commitment to Your Legal Services

After a rewarding 33 years of serving public schools and educational agencies throughout California and practicing with Melissa as Hatch & Cesario since 2014, Debbie has decided to retire by the end of this year. Melissa and Debbie are deeply grateful for your trust and partnership over the years. Please see the updated contact information below for ongoing legal support.

Co-founder Melissa Hatch will continue to lead her dedicated special education practice under her new firm, Hatch & Associates, effective 5:00 p.m. on July 31, 2026.  

For ongoing legal support from Melissa and her team, please contact:

Email: melissa@hatchassociateslaw.com

Website: www.hatchassociateslaw.com

With Debbie Cesario’s transition to retirement, matters managed in our San Diego office have been acquired by the Harbottle Law Group (HLG). Debbie has joined HLG as "Of Counsel.”

For all matters transitioning to HLG, please contact:

Email: dcesario@harbottlelaw.com

Website: www.harbottlelaw.com