The Staff Attorney provides legal representation to the school district in due process hearings (IDEA), student expulsion hearings, disciplinary employment hearings (DOAH) and arbitrations.

Due to the increasing complexity of employment law, the Staff Attorney also serves on the district negotiating teams to help develop the TALC and SPALC contracts.

From time to time, the Staff Attorney provides training to employees on student and employment related matters.

The Staff Attorney also responds to inquiries and complaints filed through state and federal agencies, including but not limited to EEOC, OCR, and FCHR.

General Disclaimer

The School District of Lee County is committed to protecting the privacy of students and employees as well as other individuals associated with the District. At times the District may ask you for your Social Security number. Federal and state law requires the collection of your Social Security number for certain purposes such as those related to employment, contracted services and financial aid. The District is working to minimize the use of Social Security numbers within its business processes. The Social Security number will not be disclosed to individuals or agencies outside the District except as allowed by law or with permission from the individual.