What We Do
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.
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.
Latest Posts
Jun 26th, 2026Pause Before Posting: Student Privacy Concerns with Social Media Posts by Schools
Social media engagement by teachers and staff can provide opportunities for a school district to connect with students and the community in positive ways. However, a recent Review and Determination issued by the Chief Privacy Officer of the New York State Education Department underscores that schools and staff must comply with state and federal privacy laws when sharing social media posts that include images or videos of students. Not every student photograph will qualify as an education record in every circumstance, but photographs and videos frequently raise privacy concerns and should never be treated casually.
Jun 26th, 2026The Commissioner of Education Authorizes Excluding Non-Residents From The Right To Speak During Public Comment At A Board of Education Meeting
In a recent decision, the Commissioner of Education reaffirmed that school districts have the right to exclude non-residents from being allowed to speak during the public comment portion of a Board meeting.
May 13th, 2026Employee Speech and School District Response: Navigating a Fact-Specific Landscape
In an increasingly volatile political climate, school districts have increasingly confronted situations in which employee expression intersects with district operations, requiring a careful balance between constitutional protections and the district’s obligation to maintain control over its facilities and message. While such speech may raise legitimate operational or reputational concerns, the legal framework governing a district’s response remains highly fact-specific and requires careful analysis before action is taken.
