Emerging Trends in Education Law provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on all the recent developments taking place on the nation's K-12 campuses and how they are impacting students, parents, practitioners, and their school district clients. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through the current trends in education law, including the latest guidance on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX. In the wake of Sandy Hook and other senseless on-campus tragedies, these education law experts examine legal and policy developments to enhance school security while protecting the rights of all students and staff. In the highly sensitive environment of special education, these industry leaders reflect on the challenges their district clients face in providing a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment and the role that lawyers will continue to play in this evolving area of law. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this dynamic field.
Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.
Chapters Include:
1. Tyree K. Dorward and Dina Harris, Best Best & Krieger LLP - "Before and After Sandy Hook: Legal and Policy Developments in School Safety"
2. Gerald F. Dusing, Adams Stepner Woltermann & Dusing PLLC - "Arming School Employees: Considering Its Legal Feasibility and Potential for Liability"
3. Catherine L. Lyons, Lyons & Rogers LLC - "Emerging Trends in Special Education Law and Litigation"
4. Gerald F. Dusing, Adams Stepner Woltermann & Dusing PLLC - "Miranda Warnings in School: Recent Trends and Practical Tips for School Administrators"
5. Viola S. Lordi, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer PA - "Enduring Themes in Special Education Law: A Free Appropriate Public Education and the Least Restrictive Environment"
6. Mary Ellen Sowyrda, Murphy Hesse Toomey & Lehane LLP - "Practicing Special Education Law: The Perspective of One Public School Attorney"