Education Law

Tailored solutions for Independent K-12 Schools


Do you need education law support?

Our attorneys work alongside private K-12 educational institution clients to provide customized solutions for your legal challenges. With our extensive experience and trusted guidance addressing various challenges within independent school systems, your school will have the support it needs during unprecedented times.


What we offer:

We provide legal support to private independent K-12 schools, pre-schools, and childcare facilities

  • Prevention and Compliance
  • Faculty Training
  • Enrollment contracts
  • Handbook policy development
  • Student Disabilities, ADA Title III 
  • Public Accommodations Actions
  • Defending Legal Actions by Students/Families
  • Discrimination Claims
  • Student Discipline 
  • Crisis Management and Response
  • Corporate Law and Governance
  • Vendor Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Land Use and Municipal Exceptions
  • Labor and Employment
  • Mergers, Acquisitions & Other Transactions
  • Real Estate and Leases 
  • Construction Litigation

We will provide you with the assistance you need as your advocate and experienced advisor to help you navigate the legal issues that impact your educational community.


What is education law?

Our Education practice addresses a broad range of legal issues that impact private secular or faith-based schools and preschools throughout Florida.


How can we help your school?

Our lawyers and firm possess extensive and diverse capabilities developed from working with independent schools across Florida. Our Education group unites lawyers from various disciplines at ZKS LAW. Our legal team collaborates effectively to provide optimal and efficient representation for our clients with specialized technical expertise on the student/customer side and industry experts to address a wide range of corporate, land use, and real estate issues. 

One of our unique services for schools is social media training for students, parents, and faculty. Our legal team understands the unique challenges that private K-12 schools encounter. Annual training is the best way to prevent legal issues and prepare students for the future.

Track record and results

Representation experience by our team of attorneys

  • Provided independent school with modernized enrollment contracts, employment contracts and corporate governance documents for Board of Directors.
  • Defended independent school through a 5-day jury trial in breach of contract and Title III action following the expulsion of a student for making a threat against the school, resulting in a full defense verdict for the school.
  • Defended private school in federal court action alleging violation of ADA, Title resulting in a favorable outcome for the School.
  • Handled numerous internal investigations into allegations of workplace discrimination and allegations of cyberbullying.
  • Conducts annual training for faculty on abuse reporting, risk management, boundary policies, and compliance with state and federal laws for schools across Florida.
  • Provides client schools with custom educational programs for students and parents on Social Media dangers and how social media can negatively impact student enrollment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is education law support important?
How can Education Lawyers support our HR needs?
Can you help us review and update our school policies and procedures?
Is your firm experienced in dealing with crisis management?
What should we do if our school faces legal action from a parent or student?
How can education attorneys help us stay compliant with evolving laws and regulations?
Can your firm assist with professional development for our staff and leadership?
Can education attorneys assist with enrollment and admissions issues?
What are some signs that our school might need an education attorney?
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