Excelling in School Establishment, Growth, and Operation
YM&C proudly supports independent and private schools in navigating the complex legal landscape to provide quality education to their students. Our attorneys understand the unique challenges that private institutions face, from compliance with state and federal regulations to safeguarding autonomy in curriculum and governance. With a deep commitment to educational freedom, YM&C provides comprehensive legal counsel on matters ranging from employment issues and student rights to facilities and financial oversight. We are dedicated to empowering private schools to operate with confidence so they can focus on their mission of shaping young lives.
YM&C is a key provider of legal services to colleges and universities, guiding them through the unique regulatory and operational challenges faced by higher education institutions. Our attorneys are well-versed in the complexities of academic governance, student affairs, campus safety, and Title IX compliance. We partner with higher education leaders to ensure institutional integrity, protect academic freedom, and ensure legal compliance. Whether addressing accreditation issues or navigating labor and employment matters, YM&C is committed to helping colleges and universities fulfill their educational missions.
Nonprofit corporations face a distinct set of legal considerations, and YM&C is here to provide experienced guidance every step of the way. From formation, governance, tax, and employment issues to compliance with state and federal regulations, we help non-profits thrive while staying true to their core mission. Our attorneys assist with everything from personnel issues, student discipline, corporate compliance, and managing board relations to tax-exempt status and charitable giving rules. With a deep understanding of the nonprofit landscape, YM&C empowers organizations to focus on serving their communities while we handle their legal needs.
Since the 1992 Charter Schools Act in California, YM&C has spearheaded charter school legal representation. We excel in school establishment, growth, and every aspect of a school’s operations. We have a team of dedicated attorneys available to respond to all legal issues in the operation of charter schools, and a dedicated litigation team that defends and prosecutes almost all of the litigation in California impacting charter schools. Our attorneys include charter school founders, special education experts, and former public school educators. Our tireless work ethic is evident – we stand by you, even on nights and weekends, to ensure success. We know the public education landscape and believe in the transformative quality of school choice for all.
The attorneys at YM&C represent public agencies throughout the state as general counsel and for specialized legal services. Clients include water and other special districts, wastewater, joint powers authorities (JPAs), and cities. YM&C attorneys have vast knowledge of contracting and operational rules for agencies, including a sphere of influence analysis and inter-agency agreements. In that regard, YM&C has been recognized by Best Lawyers for the category of Municipal Law. Drawing on our deep experience with local government agencies, we offer targeted guidance and training concerning adherence to all laws that pertain to public agencies, including the Brown Act, the Political Reform Act, conflict of interest laws, and the Public Records Act.
