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We help our clients understand the twists and turns of each and every case. Because of our focus on representing public schools, your case will be handled by seasoned, experienced attorneys who will serve as strong advocates on your behalf. In addition to our concentration in all areas of education law, some of our attorneys also practice in the area of general insurance defense litigation. These knowledgeable attorneys handle a wide variety of litigation, including (but not limited to) personal injury, professional liability and premises liability.

OUR PRACTICE AREAS
EMPLOYMENT
FACILITIES & BUSINESS
GOVERNANCE
LITIGATION
SPECIAL EDUCATION
STUDENTS
Employment

Our attorneys have broad experience in advising school districts on legal issues related to personnel actions. When the needs of the district and the actions of employees come into conflict, our clients rely on the guidance of our experienced lawyers to protect their interests through every phase of the employment process. We routinely assist school districts and charter schools:

  • Retain your best employees and terminate staff when required
  • Determine what speech is protected, who may have access to the school facilities, what may be accessed via the Internet in your school and other Constitutional issues
  • Defend against claims of civil rights violations based on race, sex, age, disability and religion
  • Avoid claims under the Whistleblower Act
  • Protect the school district through reduction in force or staff reassignments
  • Resolve problems regarding breach of contract, grievances, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation or failure to hire allegations
  • Understand the Fair Labor Standards Act and what it means to you
  • Handle certification suspension and revocation matters
  • Use the best procedures for pre-employment screening and post-employment references
  • Examine claims of sexual harassment
  • Determine issues surrounding religion in schools

The firm's principal office is in Austin, Texas.

For further information about the law firm: contact Lindsey Price at 210-979-6633.