Student Matters

Student matters often occupy most of an administrator's time. If handled incorrectly, a simple student matter can lead to costly litigation. From student discipline procedures to assisting with a Title IX investigation, Thrun Law Firm has a deep bench of experts prepared to assist clients with day-to-day student matters. Thrun Law Firm's attorneys have experience conducting student discipline hearings, investigating student misconduct, advising on student speech and search and seizure issues, and defending clients in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and before state and federal agencies. Additionally, our broad school law expertise allows us to assist clients when student matters overlap with special education or employment issues. Regardless of the situation, we can help your school navigate the challenging world of student issues.

Areas of Expertise

• Athletics and Extracurricular Activities
• Board Policy Changes and Interpretations
• Child Protection Law
• CIPA and COPPA
• Curriculum
• Discipline
• Dress Code
• Due Process
• Electronic Devices
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Handbooks
• Religious Exercises and the Equal Access Act
• Residency
• Search and Seizure
• Special Education and 504 Implications
• Speech Rights
• Titles IV, VI, VII, and IX