Client Collaborations
All Representative Cases
Defended public university through internal grievance process involving faculty member’s challenge to unfavorable rating from department chair and claims of inadequate incentive compensation.
Defended a public university through an internal grievance process involving ongoing retaliation and harassment claims by a current employee.
Represented private college in lawsuits alleging responsibility for sexual abuse by former member of affiliated entity, resulting in settlements on favorable terms and dismissal of client prior to trial.
Defended public school district in lawsuit alleging wrongful termination by provisional teacher, resulting in summary judgment for district, later upheld by the appellate court.
Defended public school district in lengthy grievance arbitration challenging teacher’s non-renewal, resulting in arbitration award upholding district decision. Affirmed and upheld on appeal.
Defended school district against unfair labor practice charges filed with the Washington Public Employment Commission by terminated teacher, resulting in dismissal of charges by hearing examiner. Later affirmed on appeal to the full commission.
Regularly draft employment agreements and appointment letters, and advise on deferred compensation plans and other employment issues for senior administrators and faculty members.
Regularly review employee and student handbooks and advise on policy development and implementation
Assisted private universities in developing COVID-19 response plans, handling staff and student complaints, and implementing successful return to campus strategies.