Title IX violations can have serious consequences for students, employees, and educators. These allegations can lead to expulsion, suspension, and other penalties that can have a lasting impact on your future. If you or someone you know is facing a Title IX investigation, it's important to understand the potential consequences and take steps to protect your rights. That's where Title IX Guardian comes in.
As a team of experienced Title IX defense attorneys, we understand the complexities of these cases and can help you navigate the investigation process. We'll work with you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected and that you have the best possible outcome.
Expulsion from School
Expulsion is the most severe penalty that can be imposed in a Title IX case. It means that the accused individual is permanently barred from attending the school or university where the alleged violation occurred. Expulsion can have a devastating impact on a student's academic and professional aspirations. It can also lead to a lifetime of challenges, including difficulty transferring to another school, obtaining employment, or obtaining financial aid.
If you're facing expulsion, it's important to understand the specific grounds for the decision, and how the school's own policies and procedures were applied. Title IX Guardian will review the case and evidence against you, and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or violations of your rights.
Suspension from School
Suspension is a temporary ban from school. It is less severe than expulsion but still can have a serious impact on a student's academic and professional career. Suspension can also lead to difficulty transferring to another school, obtaining employment, or obtaining financial aid.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific grounds for the suspension and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or violations of your rights. We'll help you explore all possible options, including appealing the decision or seeking a reduction in the length of the suspension.
It's important to have a strong defense team in place as soon as possible if you're facing suspension or expulsion. The Title IX Guardian team will work closely with you to develop the best strategy for your case, and help you protect your rights and your future.
Probation
Probation is a formal warning given to a student or employee found responsible for a Title IX violation. It means that the individual is allowed to continue attending school or working, but must adhere to certain conditions or face more severe penalties. Probation can include restrictions on campus activities, counseling or training, and regular meetings with a school or university official.
Title IX Guardian will help you understand the specific conditions of your probation, and work with you to create a plan that meets the requirements while minimizing any negative impact on your academic or professional goals. We'll also help you prepare for any meetings or check-ins with school or university officials, and advocate for a fair and just outcome.
Restitution
Restitution is a penalty that requires the individual found responsible for a Title IX violation to compensate the victim for any damages or losses incurred as a result of the violation. This can include reimbursement for medical expenses, counseling costs, or any other financial loss.
If you're facing restitution, it's important to understand the specific amount being requested and the evidence supporting it. Title IX Guardian will review the case and evidence against you, and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or inaccuracies. We'll also help you negotiate a fair and reasonable restitution plan, if appropriate.
It's important to remember that Title IX allegations and penalties can have a significant impact on your academic and professional future. It's important to have a strong defense team in place as soon as possible to protect your rights and help you achieve the best possible outcome. Title IX Guardian is here to support you throughout the process and help you navigate the investigation and resolution of your case.
Community Service
Community service is a penalty that requires an individual found responsible for a Title IX violation to complete a certain number of hours of volunteer or service work in the community as a form of punishment. Community service is intended to be a form of rehabilitation and an opportunity to give back to the community.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific requirements of your community service, including the number of hours required, the type of work, and the deadline for completion. We'll help you explore all possible options, including community service opportunities that align with your interests or career goals, and assist you in completing the community service in a timely and satisfactory manner.
Counseling or Training
Counseling or training is a penalty that requires an individual found responsible for a Title IX violation to attend counseling, therapy or training sessions as a form of rehabilitation and to address any underlying issues that may have contributed to the violation. This can include individual counseling, group therapy, or educational training sessions on topics such as consent, bystander intervention, or healthy relationships.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific requirements of the counseling or training, including the type of sessions, the frequency, and the deadline for completion. We'll help you explore all possible options, including counseling or training providers that align with your needs and preferences, and assist you in completing the counseling or training in a timely and satisfactory manner.
It's important to remember that Title IX penalties are not only intended to punish, but also to provide opportunities for rehabilitation and personal growth. Title IX Guardian will work with you to navigate the counseling or training process and help you take full advantage of these opportunities to learn and grow.
No Contact Order
A No Contact Order is a penalty that prohibits an individual found responsible for a Title IX violation from having any form of contact, either in person, through electronic means, or through a third party with the victim or any other individual involved in the case. This can include a prohibition on entering certain areas of campus, attending the same classes or events as the victim, or communicating with the victim in any way.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific requirements of the No Contact Order, including the scope of the prohibition, the duration, and the penalties for violation. We'll also help you understand your rights and responsibilities under the order and provide guidance on how to comply with the order while minimizing any negative impact on your academic or professional goals.
Resignation or Termination of Employment
Resignation or termination of employment is a penalty that can be imposed on an employee found responsible for a Title IX violation. It means that the employee is no longer employed by the school or university and can face difficulty finding future employment. This can be a severe penalty and have a significant impact on an individual's livelihood and professional career.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific grounds for the resignation or termination of employment, and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or violations of your rights. We'll also help you explore all possible options, including appealing the decision or negotiating a resignation or separation agreement that mitigates the impact on your future employment prospects.
It's important to have a strong defense team in place as soon as possible if you're facing resignation or termination of employment. Title IX Guardian will work closely with you to develop the best strategy for your case and help you protect your rights and your future.
Revocation of Degree
Revocation of degree is a penalty that can be imposed on a student or graduate found responsible for a Title IX violation. It means that the individual's degree is rescinded and they are no longer considered a graduate of the school or university. This can lead to difficulty obtaining employment and professional advancement in the field for which the degree was awarded.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific grounds for the revocation of degree, and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or violations of your rights. We'll also help you explore all possible options, including appealing the decision or seeking a reduction in the penalty.
Ineligibility for Future Enrollment
Ineligibility for future enrollment is a penalty that can be imposed on a student found responsible for a Title IX violation. It means that the individual is not allowed to re-enroll in the school or university after the completion of their current program or after a certain period of time. This can have a significant impact on an individual's academic and professional aspirations.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific grounds for the ineligibility for future enrollment, and help you prepare a defense that challenges any inconsistencies or violations of your rights. We'll also help you explore all possible options, including appealing the decision or seeking a reduction in the penalty.
It's important to remember that Title IX penalties can have a significant impact on your academic and professional future. It's important to have a strong defense team in place as soon as possible to protect your rights and help you achieve the best possible outcome. Title IX Guardian is here to support you throughout the process and help you navigate the investigation and resolution of your case.
Civil Lawsuit
A civil lawsuit is a legal action brought by an individual who claims to have been harmed by a Title IX violation. The lawsuit is brought against the school or university, or the individual accused of the violation, and seeks monetary damages for any harm or losses incurred as a result of the violation.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific claims made in the civil lawsuit and the evidence supporting them. We'll also help you understand your rights and responsibilities and provide guidance on how to respond to the lawsuit, including the preparation of legal pleadings and representation in court.
Criminal Charges
Criminal charges are legal action brought by the government against an individual accused of a crime, including crimes related to Title IX violations such as sexual assault or harassment. Criminal charges can lead to arrest, detention, trial, and a conviction can result in fines and imprisonment.
Title IX Guardian will work with you to understand the specific charges brought against you and the evidence supporting them. We'll also help you understand your rights and responsibilities and provide guidance on how to respond to the criminal charges, including the preparation of a defense and representation in court.
It's important to remember that Title IX violations can have serious legal consequences and it's important to have a strong defense team in place as soon as possible to protect your rights and help you achieve the best possible outcome. Title IX Guardian is here to support you throughout the process and help you navigate the investigation and resolution of your case, whether it's a civil or criminal matter.
