Title IX Consulting and Advisement at Quinnipiac
Title IX has fundamentally changed how federally funded schools handle sex-based discrimination among students and faculty members, including and especially instances of sexual assault. Although Title IX has been around for decades, there is still a lot about this watershed piece of federal legislation that can be confusing and even outright intimidating to the average layperson—especially if you find yourself involved in a Title IX case.
Whether you are looking to enforce your rights under this federal law or to ensure your school is following all the requirements, guidance from a seasoned Title IX lawyer can be key to moving forward proactively and effectively. Fortunately, you have access to Title IX consulting and advisement from the capable Title IX attorneys at Mark Sherman Law, with years of experience successfully handling cases of this nature from both perspectives.
Helping Students and Faculty Pursue Title IX Cases
If you are studying or working at a college, university, or K-12 school that receives federal funding, Title IX guarantees you the right to a learning and/or working environment free of sex-based discrimination. If you are discriminated against, abused, or assaulted on the basis of sex or gender identity while on school grounds or while otherwise participating in a school-sponsored event, you also have the right to file a formal Title IX complaint. These complaints can be made with that school’s Title IX Coordinator’s Office, or by seeking supportive measures like access to counseling resources and class schedule changes.
Regardless of which option you choose, your school is obligated by federal law to maintain your privacy and confidentiality to the fullest extent possible. If you file a formal complaint, your school must conduct a fair and impartial investigation into the matter to determine what measures are appropriate to ensure no further harm occurs. Consulting and advisement from an attorney who knows how Quinnipiac typically handles Title IX cases can be key to getting the best possible outcome from this type of proceeding and the key to protecting your best interests along the way.
Guiding Schools Through Title IX Compliance
In addition to maintaining a permanent Title IX coordinator position and establishing a consistent process for conducting fair Title IX investigations, schools receiving federal funding in the United States must also take various measures to proactively protect students and faculty on campus from sex-based discrimination. That said, schools also have some degree of legal leeway in how they fulfill that requirement, which can lead to confusion about what administrators are and are not required to do under certain circumstances.
This, in a nutshell, is why Title IX consulting and advisement from capable legal counsel can be just as vital for administrators at Quinnipiac University as it is for students and faculty. Beyond just sexual misconduct investigations, our team can also help with more routine Title IX compliance issues as well—for instance, ensuring both men’s and women’s athletic programs receive an equal amount of support.
Mark Sherman Law Can Provide Quinnipiac Title IX Consulting and Advisement
Even with the best of intentions, managing Title IX cases on either side of the aisle can be challenging on practical and personal levels. Fortunately, you have support available from knowledgeable legal counsel with every aspect of the case process, as well as with everyday Title IX compliance and enforcement.
Even if you just have broad questions about Title IX at Quinnipiac, a conversation with a qualified legal professional could provide the answers you need to keep things on track at school. Call Mark Sherman Law today to schedule a consultation, and click here to see what past clients have said about working with us on our Avvo.com profile.