We represent employers in all aspects of employment and labor relations law

Employment Law

We provide proactive and practical legal services for public schools and BOCES clients

Education Law

We represent employers in all aspects of employment and labor relations law

Employment Law

We provide proactive and practical legal services for public schools and BOCES clients

Education Law

What We Do

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Education Law

We encourage a proactive and preventative approach to promoting and maintaining a safe, productive and efficient environment for educating students and serving the school community. We offer a blend of expertise and practical advice resulting from years of hands-on business and operational management experience. We analyze and work to resolve both unique and routine challenges confronted by Boards of Education and administrators.

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Employment Law

Our practice is dedicated exclusively to the representation of employers in all aspects of employment and labor relations law. This highly regulated environment demands representation based on strategic solutions tailored to the needs and objectives of each employer. We recognize the importance of both leadership and compliance in organizational success.

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Latest Posts

NYSED Data Security Audits – How To Be ReadyMar 27th, 2024
by Jennifer E. Mathews

NYSED Data Security Audits – How To Be Ready

The New York State Education Department (“NYSED”) is conducting data security reviews/audits of school districts. What does this mean for your district? NYSED will call on selected districts and review your current data security policies and protocols. Pursuant to a memo NYSED issued on January 16, 2024, these reviews will commence this school year.

Is There a New Definition of Violent Behavior?Mar 27th, 2024
by Katherine Gavett

Is There a New Definition of Violent Behavior?

On the heels of implementing Workplace Violence Prevention policies, the Commissioner recently issued a decision which addresses what constitutes “violent” behavior in a school setting. In this decision, the Commissioner determined that two students pushing one another and subsequently pushing a teacher did not justify a lengthy suspension because the record of the student discipline hearing did not include evidence demonstrating that the students conduct could reasonably be characterized as violent.

New Breakfast Briefing: School Safety RevisitedMar 21st, 2024
by Ferrara Fiorenza PC

New Breakfast Briefing: School Safety Revisited

Join us for this free Breakfast Briefing to discuss what school administrators need to know about the Workplace Violence Prevention Act, the Commissioner’s recent guidance on student restraint, seclusion and “time out,” school safety plan updates, as well as other issues impacting the safety and security of students and staff.

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