Educational law covers a wide range of topics, including funding, discrimination, and minimum educational standards. If you feel that your child's school is not providing them with the proper standards of education that they deserve, it's time to consult a lawyer. The school law professionals from The Law Offices of Conti & Levy in Torrington, CT, are here to offer a few facts about education litigation.

Funding issues are a common topic in educational law cases and include sources of financial support for school facilities, programs, and students. A student's residence or occupational status often affects their right to receive education funding or benefits. For example, veterans qualify for free tuition when they attend community-technical colleges, colleges, and universities in Connecticut’s public university system.

Anti-discrimination laws in education protect students’ rights to attend schools and have full access to programs and facilities. Federal and state educational laws require schools to make reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are also protected against discrimination due to their race, gender, age, or religion. Educational law provisions protect faculty in hiring and firing practices, tenure, and labor union activity.

Federal educational laws, such as No Child Left Behind, set national minimum education requirements. Connecticut state school laws, such as Chapter 168, govern state requirements for school attendance at public, private, or home schools. Other issues include truancy and dropout prevention.

Attorneys at The Law Offices of Conti & Levy represent clients in civil litigation and criminal defense of educational law issues. School law attorney Conti argued successfully to the Connecticut Supreme Court in Packer v. Board of Education of the Town of Thomaston that expelling a student arrested for off-campus drug possession during a traffic stop was unconstitutional. Offering large-firm qualifications and small-firm personal attention, the firm stands apart from the competition.

When you need a school law, family or juvenile lawyer, or criminal defense attorney, The Law Offices of Conti & Levy, in Torrington, CT, are ready to help. Call (860) 482-4451 today schedule a free consultation, or visit them online to review their legal service offerings.