Forward-Thinking Legal Guidance: Public Law
The attorneys at YM&C offer targeted guidance and training to charter schools concerning adherence to laws that pertain to public agencies, including the Brown Act, the Political Reform Act, conflict of interest laws, and the Public Records Act. These statutes serve to guarantee public entry to charter school board gatherings, mitigate conflicts of interest among public officials during charter school functions, and facilitate public access to most electronic and physical records maintained by the charter school. YM&C attorneys are vigilant in offering guidance to guarantee compliance with statutes, as non-compliance could result in criminal penalties and fines. While these laws pertain to public agencies and not private corporations, even board members with substantial experience on both for-profit and nonprofit boards find value in receiving advice on meeting these mandates.
