HIGHER EDUCATION LAW

"Legal counsel for higher education institutions navigating Title IX investigations, faculty employment disputes, and student academic disputes. Trusted advisor in academic employment and government investigations."
A higher education lawyer helps students navigate legal issues related to their college or university experience. They advocate for students' rights and provide legal advice on a range of education-related matters. Here’s a list of what they typically handle.
Common Services for Students
Academic Misconduct & Disciplinary Hearings Cheating, plagiarism, or code of conduct violations Defending students in academic integrity hearings Appealing disciplinary actions or suspensions.
Title IX Cases (Sexual Misconduct Allegations) Representing students accused of sexual misconduct Helping survivors file complaints and understand their rights Ensuring fair investigations and disciplinary procedures.
Disability Accommodations
Securing academic accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Appealing denied accommodations Addressing disability discrimination.
Financial Aid & Tuition Disputes
Resolving issues with tuition refunds Appealing financial aid denials or scholarship revocations Advising on student loan disputes.
Discrimination & Harassment Complaints
Filing complaints based on race, gender, disability, or other protected categories Addressing retaliation from faculty or administration Seeking resolution through internal grievance processes or external agencies like the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Student Housing Issues
Fighting wrongful evictions from dorms Addressing housing discrimination
Free Speech & First Amendment Rights
Defending students facing punishment for protests, social media posts, or speech-related actions
Criminal Charges Related to Campus Life
Underage drinking, Drug possession, and Assault charges.
Privacy Violations (FERPA) Protecting student records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
Graduate & Professional Student Issues
Disputes over thesis or dissertation requirements, Academic dismissal appeals, Professional licensing or credentialing issues.
Legal Representation We provide legal representation through the administrative process at your college or university, arbitration, mediation, before the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Health And Human Services-Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), in Federal Court in Washington, DC, and in local courts.

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