Education Law

The education law practice group at Knight, Manzi, Nussbaum & La Placa, P.A., with offices in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has extensive experience representing school districts and boards of education in virtually all legal issues affecting schools and school districts. We represent and defend educational institutions and school districts in claims brought by students, parents, teachers, community members, or administrators in matters relating to areas such as:

• Special education
• Discrimination claims
• Student issues
• Charter schools
• Budget appeals
• Teacher and student discipline
• Contract negotiations
• Grievances
• First amendment issues
• Tenure dismissals and other employment law
• Insurance defense for transportation accidents
• Real estate matters

The firm works with and advises boards of education on a variety of legal issues, including financing, employee matters, and student discipline. Our attorneys also advise school personnel about day-to-day issues that may have legal consequences, so that the schools can focus on providing quality education to the children in our community.

Contact us to schedule a confidential consultation.