We represent independent schools from pre-kindergarten through high school, as well as organizations that provide school-related services. We advise on enrollment matters, including applications for admission, enrollment contracts, tuition refund programs, and termination of enrollment. We prepare student and family handbooks, faculty handbooks, and employee handbooks. We advise regarding student rights and responsibilities as well as study abroad programs. Attorneys on our team actively participate in the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the National Business Officers Association (NBOA).
With our deep knowledge of educational institutions, we work closely with attorneys in many of Potomac Law Group’s practice areas to provide the full range of legal services, including:
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Corporate, including general commercial contracts and transactions
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Employment, including employment litigation, advice and counseling, investigations, and training
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Energy and environmental, including agreements related to research and development.
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Export Controls, including advice and counseling and investigations
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Food and Drug, including clinical trials
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Government Contracts, including False Claims Act and foreign influence
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Health Care, including hospitals
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Immigration
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Insurance Recovery and Risk Management
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Intellectual Property, including patents trademarks, and copyright
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Internal Investigations
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Litigation and Government Investigations
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Privacy and Cybersecurity
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Taxation, including non-profit taxation
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Training