When it comes to addressing the unique challenges that come with addressing what students, parents, educators, and administrators face, the Syracuse education law attorneys at Tully Rinckey stand out for their experience and commitment to upholding your rights and maintain your educational career.
Experienced and Understanding Syracuse Education Law Attorneys
At Tully Rinckey, our team of Syracuse education law attorneys provides comprehensive legal representation to a variety of clients across New York and the greater Syracuse area. From elementary and secondary school to universities and graduate programs, our attorneys have seen cases like yours and can help you plan out the best path forward towards resolving your educational dispute.
Our attorneys know how frustrating it can be to deal with schools that fail to provide the necessary accommodations for your child in school or when your child is facing a superintendent’s hearing or disciplinary committee. These processes are oftentimes complex, and if you try to “go it alone” when addressing these issues, you risk not being able to successfully negotiate your interests and hurting your educational career.
If you are facing an educational disagreement or dispute, consider reaching out to Tully Rinckey today for an initial conversation about how we can help you reach your educational goals. Your needs will always receive our highest attention and care, and we will deliver a practical solution to meet your needs.
What We Do
Our attorneys have handled numerous matters for school officials, districts, and educators, including:
Advising and counseling on disciplinary matters
Handling parent issues with teachers/faculty
Reviewing and formatting superintendent meeting minutes
Drafting and revising employee handbooks
Representing academies in employment discrimination cases before federal and state courts, the EEOC, and NYS Human Rights Commission
Reviewing contracts and agreements involving academies/institutions
Communicating with law enforcement on investigations involving teachers
Additionally, our attorneys are familiar with many other aspects of education law, including areas around ADA/special education accommodations. Our attorneys serve as zealous advocates for children with special needs, assisting parents with:
Attending Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings with our parent-clients
Obtaining remedial education and educational placement
Structuring IEPsor plans under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (504 Plans)
Securing required and/or appropriate evaluations
Preparing and sending a letter demanding updated evaluations.
Obtaining speech, occupational, physical therapy, or other special education services
Filing Due Process Complaints and attending hearings
Appeals to State Review Officers
Our attorneys also have experience with discrimination and misconduct matters. We help provide representation in superintendent’s hearings as well as helping to negotiate the removal or modification of student suspension. Our attorneys have a clear understanding of how these processes work and the quick timeframes they operate in. We also have experience with Title IX investigations/hearings.
Why Should You Consult With an Education Law Attorney?
While similar to traditional court proceedings, schools and universities are not obligated to follow traditional court norms. What this means is that you or your student aren’t necessarily innocent until proven guilty. Coupled with the pressure to maintain a good reputation. Schools often dispense punishment quickly, before a student can even understand what’s going on.
Even students who aren’t facing disciplinary issues but have educational disputes are at a similar disadvantage when trying to negotiate for ADA or special education accommodations. Without the assistance of an education attorney, these students and their parents would either be unable to mount a successful dispute or, worse, may be forced to accept the student’s fate without even filing a disagreement.
How We Can Help
Tully Rinckey can offer professional guidance to parents, teachers, students, and staff navigating all types of disciplinary and school dispute matters. We have encountered situations like yours and can give you the assistance you need to attain the outcomes you want, from fighting for our client’s right to provide the kid with a free, appropriate public education as mandated by the IDEA to conducting violations and Title IX difficulties to ADA and other academic issues.
Our attorneys are well-versed in New York education law, and we often assist students in K–12, college, and other graduate programs around the state. We can act as an advisor to you regardless of where your school is located, whether it is in Syracuse or anywhere else across New York State.
What Our Clients Are Saying:
Nick was incredible to work with. Very detail oriented and strived to ensure that all our needs were met at constant and did so with a great deal of attention to detail. Should the need arise, we will utilize his services again without question.
C.P.
We have nothing to say but wonderful things about our experience with Tully Rinckey-from start to finish. They do what they promise to do on their website- our attorney went above and beyond fighting for us against our school district. He responded quickly every time we had a question, and had our backs going up against our school district’s attorney. We are more than satisfied with the entire experience, and have highly recommended them to friends who are also having to fight for their child’s educational rights.
M.C.
My daughter was denied speech services from the NYC Department of Education. I called Tully Rinckey PLLC and Nicholas Marricco was assigned to my case. Mr. Marricco and his team amended my complaint to the DOE and represented me during the initial hearing. He or a member of his team always kept me up to date with what was happening regarding my case. The IEP was eventually issued and I did not receive a copy from the DOE. Mr. Marricco ensured I received a copy within 48 hours of knowing that the IEP was finalized. He also reviewed the IEP with me and I was able to close my case with my daughter receiving the services she was entitled to. I would highly recommend Mr. Marricco and this firm to anyone having issues with educational institutions within NYS.
Nick Marricco and his staff at Tully Rinckey provided exceptional service for their client. Nick's professionalism and dedication were evident in every aspect of his work. He was not only exceptionally prompt in his responses, ensuring timely communication and follow-ups, but also demonstrated an impressive attentiveness and care that made his client feel truly valued and supported throughout the entire process. What sets Nick apart is his ability to offer customized, practical solutions tailored specifically to the needs of his client. He took the time to thoroughly analyze the situation, considering both immediate concerns and long-term goals, and provided advice that was not only legally sound but also highly relevant to the client's personal and professional objectives. During the process, Nick ensured that his client was empowered to make informed decisions every step of the way. In addition to his legal expertise, Nick was extremely mindful of the client's timeline. He efficiently balanced urgency with thoughtful consideration, adapting his approach to fit the client’s schedule. His astute foresight and ability to anticipate the client’s needs meant that they were always prepared for potential challenges. Above all, Nick’s meticulous attention to detail allowed him to address the nooks and crannies of legal issues that could easily be overlooked. His thoroughness ensured that no aspect of the case was left unexamined, providing his client with confidence that their legal matters were being handled with the utmost care and precision. Overall, Nick Marricco’s proactive, thoughtful, and highly personalized approach makes him a standout legal professional. He consistently goes above and beyond for his clients, ensuring that their needs are met. Above all, Nick is someone who I would highly recommend to a close family member. The world needs more people like Nick.
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Our Experienced Syracuse Education Lawyers Are Available to Assist You Today
Tully Rinckey’s attorneys are here to assist you, no matter what problem you are facing. Our qualified and experienced attorneys will handle your case with the utmost regard and attention. We defend the rights of students and educators throughout New York State, and we will fight to keep you in school. Allow us to assist you today.
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