Powerful Legal Advocates For Complex Educational Concerns
Our attorneys don’t simply stand by while students are mistreated or educators’ rights are trampled on. We believe that everyone should be treated fairly in the classroom and have access to education no matter what kind of special needs or disability they have. With our extensive resources, decades of combined experience in education law, and insight into the finer points of California educational case law, our firm is uniquely equipped to resolve your concerns. We’re not afraid of powerful school systems, colleges, and their teams of lawyers. Our California education lawyer protects your child’s right to education, your place and scholarship at university, or your academic reputation.
At K Altman Law, our attorneys believe in fairness in education at all levels. We’re prepared to defend your rights and we’re not intimidated by powerful school districts and their large teams of lawyers. Please contact us today for a professional consultation.
How Our California Education Lawyer Helps Students
If your child has been discriminated against at school, a victim of a Title IX violation, or if their IEP isn’t being adhered to, we can help you. Or perhaps you’re facing accusations at your college, trade school, or university that could derail your education or even jeopardize your place in the program or your financial aid. Our attorneys are ready to protect your interests and swiftly resolve the matter.
We handle a wide variety of high-stakes educational issues, such as accusations of academic dishonesty, plagiarism, and AI use or allegations of behavior that violate the school’s code of conduct.
For younger students and their families, we can evaluate Title IX violations, bullying (and the school’s failure to do anything about it), or unfair disciplinary proceedings. If you have a child with a disability, special needs, or learning disability, we can help you secure proper accommodations so they can spend as much time as possible in the main classroom.
Too often, school systems are overwhelmed with crowded classrooms, short staffing issues, and ever-changing regulations and laws, leaving the needs of many students unmet. We use all the tools available to us under California law to help you protect your child and ensure they are fairly treated by the school district and administration.
Supporting Students with Mental Health Challenges and Invisible Disabilities
In California’s fast-paced and competitive academic environment, students with mental health needs or non-obvious disabilities—such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, or anxiety—are often overlooked. These students frequently struggle without proper accommodations or face unjust disciplinary actions because their challenges are misunderstood by teachers or administrators.
At K Altman Law, we help families ensure that their child’s rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are protected. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan that is not being followed, we can intervene quickly to demand compliance and pursue corrective action. We also help advocate for new assessments and evaluations if your child is not receiving the support they need to succeed in school.
Too often, schools focus on behavior without considering the underlying causes. Our attorneys work to ensure that students are not penalized for manifestations of their disability and that their education plans reflect a comprehensive and individualized approach.
Holding Schools Accountable in Bullying and Harassment Cases
No student should feel unsafe or unwelcome in the classroom. Yet in many California schools, bullying and harassment go unaddressed or are dismissed by school officials as typical childhood behavior. When bullying is based on race, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, it may rise to the level of discrimination under federal or California state law.
We represent students who have suffered emotional and academic harm because of bullying or cyberbullying. Our legal team ensures that school officials take the situation seriously and implement corrective measures. If they don’t, we’re prepared to escalate the matter, file complaints, and seek legal remedies, including damages and enforcement of protective measures. Your child’s safety, dignity, and learning environment are non-negotiable—and we make sure schools understand that.
Advocacy for Fair Disciplinary Practices and Due Process
Whether your child is in elementary school or enrolled in a California university, they are entitled to fair treatment during any disciplinary process. Sadly, many students are punished without receiving proper notice, the opportunity to respond, or access to legal representation. This lack of due process can have lifelong consequences.
Our attorneys intervene in suspension, expulsion, and conduct hearing processes to protect your child’s rights. We ensure the school follows its policies, applies consistent standards, and respects your student’s voice. We also assist with appeals and can represent students during administrative hearings or formal litigation when necessary.
If your child has been disproportionately disciplined due to their disability, race, or other protected characteristics, we will investigate thoroughly and hold the school accountable for violations of civil rights.
Promoting Equal Access to Educational Opportunities
Educational access isn’t just about being in a classroom—it’s about being given the same opportunity to thrive. We help students who are unfairly excluded from gifted programs, STEM tracks, or extracurricular activities, especially when bias or arbitrary decision-making is involved. If your child is denied enrollment in advanced placement or dual enrollment programs despite qualifying scores or is being systematically overlooked, we’ll investigate and challenge the decision.
Every student deserves a pathway to success. Our legal team is passionate about making sure that no child is held back by a system that favors some while neglecting others.
Defending the Rights of Educators and Academic Professionals
When educators are mistreated, their rights violated, and their professional reputations and careers are in jeopardy, who protects them? Our California education lawyer does. If you were wrongfully disciplined, are facing allegations of misconduct, including those involving a student, or are facing termination, give us a call. We protect your professional integrity and career.
Our vigorous representation includes helping educators who are facing academic integrity investigations that may harm their career or who need help initiating legal action involving intellectual property theft or misuse of academic work.
We can also help resolve disputes under the Teachers’ Tenure Act or contract disputes. If your professional license is suspended or you’re afraid it may be revoked, we strive to protect its status and everything else you’ve worked so hard to achieve.
We don’t allow school districts and boards to railroad educators responsible for modeling young minds. At K Altman Law, we stand up to discrimination and mistreatment of students. Please contact our California education lawyer today to discuss your concerns.
