Fighting for Faculty

At Read Law, our Utah education litigators provide comprehensive legal representation specifically tailored to faculty members navigating complex issues at universities, colleges, and other educational institutions. Faculty rights and responsibilities are governed by Utah education laws, institutional Policies and Procedures Manuals (PPMs), and federal statutes, including Title VII, Title IX, and constitutional protections related to Free Speech and Due Process.

Our education attorneys advise faculty seeking tenure or promotion, providing counsel during the review process and aggressive defense when tenure is unjustly denied. We regularly assist professors and lecturers facing wrongful termination, protecting their employment rights under both Utah state laws and federal regulations.
When faculty members experience employment discrimination, including gender-based or other forms of unlawful treatment, we vigorously advocate to safeguard their rights, utilizing the processes established through institutional Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AEEO) offices. Additionally, we have extensive experience defending faculty accused of misconduct during probationary periods, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and due process protections.

Academic freedom and free speech rights, integral to faculty positions, are frequently threatened by institutional retaliation. Our education attorneys skillfully challenge retaliation claims stemming from whistleblower activities or protected speech, securing remedies that reaffirm academic freedom principles. We meticulously interpret and leverage PPM guidelines and employment contracts to ensure institutions honor their obligations.

At Read Law, our focused approach ensures that faculty in universities, colleges, and schools in Utah receive personalized representation that protects their careers, reputations, and rights. Our goal is to empower educators and hold institutions accountable, safeguarding the essential role faculty members play in education.

To learn more about how we can help you in your situation, contact our office today to schedule your consultation.