Higher Education Law
Higher Education Law & Compliance
Experienced Legal Counsel for Educational Institutions
At Shankar Legal Inc., we have deep experience in higher education law and regulatory compliance. We represent and advise educational institutions of all types on the complex legal, regulatory, and operational issues that arise in the education sector.
Our areas of expertise include:
Employment law matters involving faculty, staff, and administration
Student conduct, discipline, dismissal, and expulsion
Facilities, business operations, and contract matters
School district reorganizations and lapsation issues
Complaints of unlawful harassment and discrimination, including Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
Compliance with U.S. Department of Education regulations
The Higher Education Act and related federal requirements
The California Education Code
Title IX, Harassment & Discrimination Complaint Services
Shankar Legal Inc. provides comprehensive support to educational institutions in preventing, managing, and responding to harassment and discrimination complaints.
Our services include:
Independent investigation services
Hearing officer representation and decision-making services
University-appointed advisor services for complainants or respondents
Guidance with restorative and informal resolution procedures
Strategic legal advice and compliance counseling
We offer both hourly and flat-fee packages, tailored to the type of matter and the client’s specific needs.
Our Clients
We represent a broad range of education sector clients, including:
K-12 public school districts
Private schools
Community college districts
Public and private colleges and universities
Religious schools and universities
Post-secondary vocational programs
Private, for-profit schools regulated by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE)
