Education Law

Panza Maurer provides comprehensive legal counsel to colleges, universities, and K–12 institutions across a broad spectrum of issues unique to the education sector. We advise on matters involving student and employee misconduct, accreditation, tenure and promotion, institutional governance, compliance with federal funding requirements, student-athlete issues, and employment concerns specific to educational environments.

Our attorneys offer particular strength in proactive compliance and risk management, including student handbook review, employee policy development, and alignment with applicable state and federal laws. We routinely counsel institutions on compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Title IX, FERPA, the Clery Act, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and other federal and state anti-discrimination statutes, helping clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks with clarity and confidence.

The firm has also served as general counsel to major universities, providing strategic guidance at the highest levels of institutional leadership. From governance and long-term planning to regulatory investigations and dispute resolution, we partner with educational institutions to protect their missions and reputations. Our experience includes representing universities in matters before the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, conducting internal investigations, preparing institutional representatives for agency interviews, and defending related claims in administrative proceedings and litigation.