Athletes & Coaches

It’s a young athlete’s dream: recruited by a school for their athletic achievements, playing their favorite sport on the varsity team, the hard work of many years of training paying off. In addition, new name, image, likeness policies may even allow a financial reward from that success. But an accusation by another student or teammate can derail a college athlete’s future in a heartbeat.

“Student-athletes are less likely to be treated fairly by the school.”

Unfortunately, cases involving student-athletes may get more attention from a university. And that’s not to the athlete’s advantage. Schools may see an athlete’s suspension or expulsion after a Title IX hearing as a warning to the rest of the students.

Andrew Miltenberg and his team of experienced Title IX attorneys will ensure that your child receives due process and is afforded the rights they are entitled to. If there’s any evidence of a gender bias or a denial of due process or fundamental fairness, a Title IX lawsuit can be filed on your behalf.

When Should I Hire a Lawyer?

Since student-athletes have a high profile, they may be especially vulnerable to sexual misconduct allegations. With so much on the line, accusations must be taken seriously. 

Legal representation will ensure:

• The college or university follows its published standards
• The accused has access to accuser and witness statements and materials
• The accused can submit witnesses and materials and questions for the accuser
• The accused has a right to appeal, if necessary
• The accused has a full and fair opportunity to be heard

What We Do for You

We are committed to advocating for accused student-athletes and coaches, due process under the law is a right, not a privilege. We believe that the serious nature of the accusations and the life-altering—and potentially career-ending—adverse consequences of being found responsible make this a critically important fight. We are also skilled at laying the foundation for a lawsuit, if such becomes necessary.