Educational institutions, like any public agency, are challenged to operate under applicable federal, state and local laws with scarce resources and support. They are set apart, though, from typical government organizations, having the charge to educate and nurture students while complying with strict regulations. From establishment through day-to-day operations and growth, many of the issues they face require experienced and knowledgeable counsel to resolve.
Best Best & Krieger LLP provides comprehensive, cost-effective legal solutions for public and private K-12 schools, school districts, county offices of education, community colleges and universities, special education local plan areas and education foundations. We partner with our educational clients, listening carefully to the issues and working collaboratively to develop practical and legal options and solutions.
Whether it be advising on special education, student affairs, charter schools issues, personnel or construction and facilities matters, BB&K’s Educational Law group is there to help.
Comprehensive, Cost-Effective Strategic Counsel
As a full-service firm, our educational clients benefit from our cross-disciplinary approach to service. Our education attorneys work closely with members of our highly regarded real estate, environmental, municipal and telecommunications practices. We regularly provide our clients with a wide variety of services, including:
We assist in drafting policies and procedures, offer customized training programs to help manage risk, and advocate our clients’ interests before governing bodies and in court. We stay current on the latest issues, trends and legal developments, analyzing their implications and strategizing with clients to resolve matters before legal problems ensue.
When litigation proves necessary or is the best course of action, BB&K lawyers vigorously represent clients at the state and federal levels, including in appellate courts. We also represent our school district clients in mediations and settlement conferences.
Industry Leaders
BB&K lawyers are active in many education-related professional organizations, including the Coalition of Adequate School Housing, California Association of School Business Officials, California Council of School Attorneys, the California and National school boards associations and the National Organization for Legal Problems in Education. Members of our team regularly present at conferences sponsored by the Association of California School Administrators, the Small School District Association and other education-related organizations.
BB&K’s Election Law Resource Center gives California cities the Vote of Confidence they need to ensure legal compliance with all aspects of local elections. This unique service includes:
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Local Governments Eligible to Compete for These Funds
Premium Must Be Used for Debt Service Repayment
Lawful or Landmine? Court Rules on First Amendment Snares
Two New Bills Could Ease California’s Teleconferencing Restrictions for the Long-Term
What Changed, What Matters for Local Governments and What’s Next
Public Agencies Should Immediately Review Continuing Disclosure Agreements for Any Publicly Offered Municipal Securities
Additional 2022 Leadership Updates Involving Managing Partner and Executive Committee
San Diego Business Journal Recognizes Leading Special Districts Attorney
BB&K’s Mrunal Shah on Understanding Generational Strengths and Styles to Work as a More Effective Unit
Urgency Bill Takes Immediate Effect to Allow Virtual Meetings Under Certain Circumstances
Localities Should Take Advantage of Grant Programs Before Application Deadlines Close
The Daily Journal Includes BB&K’s Labor & Employment Practice Group Leader on 2021 List
National Law Journal Also Gives High Rankings for Number of Women Attorneys
The American Lawyer Gave Firm High Rankings for Minority Equity Partners and Hispanic Attorneys
Three New Bills Could Make Permanent Changes to Public Meetings
$1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Federal Relief Package – American Rescue Plan Act
BB&K Free Webinar
A “Toolkit” and Hotline Among New Offerings
Court of Appeal Decision in Yumori-Kaku et al. v. City of Santa Clara
BB&K’s HongDao Nguyen and Albert Maldonado Answer Public Officials’ Questions on AB 992 on the CSDA Blog
A Trusted Advisor in the Business of Public Service
What Public Agencies Must Know Ahead of the U.S. Census Bureau’s Data Release
Director of PRA Services and e-Discovery Counsel Christine Wood Discusses National Lawyers Guild v. City of Hayward in Sacramento Magazine
Access Depends on if Record Request is from “Elected Official” or “Member of the Public”
Part 2: New Labor & Employment Laws for Businesses and Public Agencies in 2021
Part 1: New Labor & Employment Laws for Businesses and Public Agencies in 2021
New CPRA Case Law and Legislation for 2021
California Trial Court Rules on Campaign-Related Public Spending
Bills and Court Decisions Impacting Public Agencies and Businesses in the New Year
Part 1: New Laws Impacting California Public Agencies for 2021
California Court of Appeal Decision in School District Case Applies to Public Agencies
California Public Agencies Impacted by AB 1486 Mandates
BB&K Free Webinar
Requesters Must Post an Undertaking if Public Agency Will Suffer Certain Damages During Injunction Proceedings
California's AB 992 Analyzed in PublicCEO by BB&K's HongDao Nguyen and Albert Maldonado
BB&K Free Webinar
New Rules and a Court Decision Followed the FFCRA’s Passage
Riverside County Bar Association Honors Long-Term Community Service
New California Law Addresses Prohibition on Serial Meetings on Social Media
Firm Leadership Renews Commitment to Supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services Proposes New Rule Regarding Exclusion of Lands from Critical Habitat for Federally Listed Species
BB&K’s Annual Operation Backpack Help Students Learn at Home
Summary Judgment Granted to Public Agency Landlord
BB&K Remains in the Top 25 of the Annual Ranking
BB&K's Gregg Kettles Writes About the California Consumer Privacy Act in PublicCEO
Public Agencies Should Be Aware of Requirements
Labor & Employment and Education Law Attorney Recognized by SD Metro Magazine
Cal OES Providing Information via Live Webinars
BB&K Free Webinar
The Legislation’s Key Provisions for Public Agencies and Local Governments
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Case Provides Valuable Guidance for Public Agencies Wanting One Contractor for Two Phases
Kari’s Law Sets New Requirements for Multi-Line Telephone Systems
FPPC Advises When Public Agencies Can Survey Voters and Disseminate Results
Part 2: New California Housing Laws
Growth Attributed to a Niche Public Law Focus and Great Results
San Diego Business Journal’s 2019 Ranking
Law360 Annual Ranking Reflects Firm’s Continued Recent Growth
BB&K Makes Top 40 on Orange County Business Journal List
Firm Expands to Meet Client Demand
Proud to Serve, and Grow With, Its Community
Firm Ranks No. 37 on Orange County Business Journal Annual List
State Water Resources Control Board Says It Will Enforce Permit Amendment
AB 746 Imposes Requirements for Water Providers and School Districts
Clarifies Language and Requirements Related to Special Education
By John Freshman and Ana Schwab
California Supreme Court Sets New Precedent for GC Section 1090
Model Youth Suicide Prevention Policy Now Online
Trademarks Not Government Speech
California Supreme Court Holds Surcharge for Franchise Rights Not Subject to Voter Approval if Reasonably Related to Value of Franchise
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Temporary Injunction Against District
Funding Mechanism for “Additional Services” for New Development Remains
Partner Karen Van Dijk Earns Victory Before the Ninth Circuit
Program Must Allow Child to Make Progress “Appropriate in Light of Child’s Circumstances”
May Impose Increased Burdens on Public Agencies
State Water Resources Control Board Amends Domestic Water Supply Permit
The California Supreme Court Tackles Public Records vs. Attorney-Client Privilege
Decision Expected Soon from California Supreme Court
Public Works Contract Disputes Impacted by New California Law
Partner
California Court Decision Rules on Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982
California School District Construction Projects Will be Impacted
Provides Opportunity to Streamline Litigation
Public Agencies Must Comply Beginning Jan. 1
Appellate Victory for Developers and Public Agencies
Decision Issued After Years of Uncertainty
Annual Reports Filed with the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission Must Include Additional Information
Tiered Water Rates and Surcharges Among Tools Agencies Can Use During Water Shortages
BB&K Teams Up with the Santa Ana Kiwanis Club to Donate Backpacks Filled with School Supplies
California Appellate Court Weighs in Following State Supreme Court Decision
City Did Not Violate Brown Act
Elected Officials’ Free Speech Rights Analyzed
FCC Looking to Increase Eligibility for Reimbursement
Determining If Someone is “Charged” with Fiscal Responsibility is Key
Details of a Potential NFL Deal for Carson Not of Public Interest, Court Says
City’s Loss Illustrates Risks of Litigating Open Meeting Law Violation Claims
Total Population, However, May Not Be the Only Standard Upon Which Voting Areas Can Be Based
Legislation Would Limit Design Professionals’ Liability on Public Contracts
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