Education Law in Los Angeles, CA
Protecting the Rights of Educators and Students
Schools and universities should be environments of fair treatment and equal opportunity. At Trygstad, Schwab, & Trygstad, our experienced education attorneys will advocate for your rights and secure the best possible outcome, whether you are facing wrongful discipline, unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, or bullying.
Your Advocates in Education Law
Our firm represents a wide range of clients, including teachers, professors, counselors, administrators, and students, at all educational levels. We have extensive experience in cases involving public and private institutions, from local school districts to major universities. We are equipped to handle complex legal challenges and will use all available resources to fight for justice.
Common Issues We Address
Disciplinary Issues and Dismissal Proceedings
Ensuring due process and fair treatment while fighting to defend your job. Representation in administrative hearings and in petitions for writ of mandate to appeal from wrongful dismissals.
Criminal Allegations and Charges
Providing robust defense for educators facing serious criminal accusations, including child abuse and child neglect. Also handle misdemeanor and felony charges based on off-campus conduct or incidents such as DUI, assault, battery, and disturbing the peace.
Licensing and Credentialing
Defending credentials before the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Applying for and renewing credentials with the CTC.
Harassment and Discrimination
Fighting against workplace bullying, harrassment, retaliation and discrimination, including based on race, national origin, color, or other protected characteristics. Protecting against whistleblower retaliation.
Retirement and Accommodations
Assisting with disability retirement and regular retirement issues (CalSTRS, CalPERS) and securing reasonable accommodations in the workplace.
Student Rights
Representing students in disciplinary cases and defending their right to fair treatment, and freedom from harrassment and bullying.
Tenure and Union Rights
Safeguarding the rights of tenured educators and union members. Representation before the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB), the Employee Development Department (EDD), California Civil Rights Department (CDR), and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Navigating Complex Education Laws
California’s educational legal landscape involves a myriad of regulations, including the California Education Code, Civil Code, Labor Code, and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act. At Trygstad, Schwab & Trygstad, we are uniquely equipped to navigate these complex legal frameworks and provide strategic guidance that protects your rights. In fact, our lawyers have created and established many of the laws that we now enforce.
A Trusted Partner for University Employees
University and college employees, from department chairs to professors and administrative leaders, can face workplace discrimination and harassment even at the most distinguished institutions. Our attorneys are well-versed in education and equal employment laws, ensuring that when your rights are violated, you have a dedicated advocate to turn to.
Why Choose Us?
Decades of Experience
Proven Expertise
Client-Focused Representation
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