Education and School Law

We Do Our Homework…

In its 136th year as a law firm, Graydon Head has a distinguished track record of serving clients in education and school law.  Our client service is grounded in understanding the unique needs and purposes of those involved in education.

Education law has evolved into a complex maze of federal, state and local laws.  We help school boards and administrators navigate this maze.

Schools need prompt, focused, up-to-date advice to anticipate and adapt in this rapidly changing environment of school law.

Our school law practice is enhanced by civic involvement, including service as school board members, public servants, community leaders and volunteers.  Civic involvement is a differentiating feature of our Firm’s culture.

Our education and school law expertise includes:
Public Schools
Private Schools
Higher Education
Medical Education
Special Education: Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act
Real Estate
Protecting a School’s Tax Base
School Construction
Teacher and Administrator Contracts
School Finance
Public Records and Sunshine Act
Collective Bargaining Negotiations
Labor and Employment Law
Student Issues and Discipline
Safety and Security
Ethics Laws
Effective Boardsmanship
Litigation/Arbitration/Mediation
Liability Prevention

Because our clients are interested in education first, rather than lawsuits, we apply alternative dispute resolution skills to resolve disputes according to the interests of clients.  For those disputes that cannot be so resolved, we have a proven record of protecting our clients’ interests before judges, arbitrators and juries.

To sum it up, we are committed to helping our clients achieve their educational missions.  We do our homework.