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Work With an Experienced Title IX Attorney Though the NCAA is fundamentally associated with college athletics, the general public is mostly unaware that they are not always subject to the same regulations as member universities — for example, Title IX. On the surface, one might think that Title IX protects student-athletes from gender inequity and discrimination in the form of disparate programs, sexual assault, and more.  In reality, however, Title IX does not legally bind the NCAA. In fact, case decisions in the 1990s established a regulatory disconnect between the NCAA and Title IX, making it possible for the NCAA […]

Work With an Experienced Title IX Attorney On March 8, 2021, President Joe Biden issued an executive order requiring that “all students be guaranteed an educational environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex.”  The executive order also required that the Department of Education review all existing regulations and guidance documents relating to Title IX, and in undertaking this comprehensive review, potentially change rules that are not congruent with the Biden-Harris administration’s overarching policy goals. As of early April 2021, the Department of Education announced its plans to begin this comprehensive review.  But what can we expect going forward?  […]

Work With an Experienced Title IX Attorney If you have been accused of sexual misconduct under Title IX, then you could be subject to a variety of consequences: from school suspension to expulsion, to serious professional ramifications (i.e., losing an internship or other position).  There may also be negative social impacts in the wake of the Title IX accusation. Managing these outcomes while navigating the complex Title IX process is a challenge, and requires the assistance of a qualified Title IX attorney.  We encourage you to contact our team for guidance on how to proceed. Title IX sexual harassment does […]

Work with an Experienced Title IX Attorney Title IX sexual misconduct claims can be confusing for those who are unfamiliar with the processes and definitions underlying these disputes.  If you’ve been accused of sexual misconduct under Title IX — whether you’re a student or faculty member — then you may not be sure whether the claimant has a legitimate argument.  To better evaluate the strength of your defense, it’s important to understand how sexual misconduct is defined as per current Title IX regulatory policy. Title IX disputes can be quite challenging, and they involve procedures and rules that are particular […]