My child has been accused of sexual harassment and is now the subject of a Title IX investigation. Do we need an attorney?

At Albeit Masters we recommend you reach out to us as soon as you receive notice that your student may be the subject of a Title IX investigation. This is not only because you have the right to an advisor, but also because the Title IX process involves interviews, evidence presentation, and appeal rights that are nuanced and crucial to protect in the event the investigation does not resolve in your child’s favor.

What does it mean that my child is being investigated for a Title IX violation?

It means that a student, staff member, or community member has accused your student of engaging in sexual harassment in your school’s education program or activity. This can include quid pro quo harassment, any unwelcome conduct that a reasonable person would find so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it denies a person equal educational access, and/or any instance of sexual assault.

How long is this Title IX process for my child?

Unfortunately, the Title IX investigation process can take several months, and even upwards of a year. This is due to a number of factors, including but not limited to the availability of witnesses for interviewing, the availability of the investigator, the volume of evidence submitted, and whether or not additional allegations are uncovered throughout the investigation. It is important during this time that you discuss with your attorney how the investigation is impacting your student, and whether or not your student may be on the receiving end of retaliation.

What happens if my child is found responsible for this Title IX allegation?

A finding of responsibility in the Title IX investigation could subject your student to disqualification from extracurricular activities, suspension, expulsion, or in very rare circumstances, permanent exclusion from school. As such, at Albeit Masters, LLC we highly recommend that you retain an advisor who is an attorney experienced in Title IX and K-12 student representation.