Practice Areas

Strategic Advisor for Students Facing Title IX Allegations Title IX allegations on college campuses are serious. Whether you are accused of sexual misconduct, harassment, or dating violence, your academic future may be at risk. Schools in Tennessee c… Read More

Strategic Advisor for Students Facing Title IX Allegations If you are a student in Virginia accused of a Title IX violation, your academic and professional future may be at risk. Allegations of sexual misconduct, harassment, or dating violence on cam… Read More

Protecting Eligibility, Scholarships, and Future Opportunities For student-athletes, a Title IX allegation doesn’t just threaten academic standing — it can also jeopardize athletic eligibility, scholarships, and even NIL (Name, Image, and Likenes… Read More

Being accused of academic misconduct can jeopardize more than just a single assignment or course. Many colleges and universities treat academic integrity violations as serious disciplinary matters, and a confirmed violation can result in failing grad… Read More

Strategic Support for College and University Employees Under Investigation When a faculty or staff member is accused of sexual misconduct, harassment or staff misconduct and Title IX for faculty and staff, the personal and professional consequences c… Read More

Support for Students Accused of Academic Dishonesty An accusation of plagiarism can have serious consequences for a college student. Whether the allegations involve a misattributed source, an incorrect citation, or unintentional overlap with another… Read More

Strategic Support for College Students Facing Disciplinary Action Receiving notice of a student code of conduct violation from your college or university can be overwhelming. Whether the allegation involves academic misconduct, a dorm incident, drug… Read More

Protecting Students at Emory, Georgia Tech, UGA, and Georgia State When a student faces a Title IX investigation in Georgia, the stakes are high. Allegations of sexual misconduct, harassment, or dating violence on campus can result in suspension, exp… Read More

Protecting Fairness in University Investigations When a student is accused of misconduct under Title IX, the consequences can be life-changing. A finding of responsibility can lead to suspension, expulsion, loss of scholarships, athletic ineligibilit… Read More

Guiding Complainants Through the Title IX Process For students who have experienced sexual harassment, assault, or other forms of misconduct, knowing how to take the first step can feel overwhelming. Filing a Title IX complaint is not only about seek… Read More

Protecting Students, Preserving Futures Being accused of sexual assault in a university setting is one of the most serious challenges a student can face. A Title IX sexual misconduct investigation can threaten more than just enrollment — it can imp… Read More

A Trusted Third-Party Neutral for Sensitive Disciplinary Matters When private schools face high-profile or sensitive disciplinary issues, maintaining credibility and fairness is essential. In situations involving complex allegations, many schools tur… Read More

In the college and university environment, where drinking and partying are common, it is not uncommon for young people to be wrongly accused of sexual misconduct. If you or someone you love has been accused of sexual misconduct, having the right Titl… Read More

Being charged with a crime can be a harrowing and life-changing experience. To protect your rights, your freedom, and your future, you need an experienced Georgia criminal defense lawyer who knows how to get results. The Law Offices of M. Ballard Mit… Read More