Product Description

School law is a comprehensive and constantly evolving field. Keeping up with the flood of new developments presents a greater challenge than ever for busy practitioners. MCLE’s 25th Annual School Law Conference 2025 examines the latest transformations and trends in school-related laws, regulations, policies, and practices. Experienced attorneys and other school-related professionals distill the most significant updates of the preceding year into a single day.

The Conference offers a comprehensive review of developments in the law through court cases, BSEA decisions, legislation, and regulatory changes. Hear seasoned attorneys offer up-to-date advice on cutting-edge topics. You can participate online or enjoy the opportunity for networking in person. Whether you represent school districts, school employees, or parents and students, the Conference is a necessity for your practice.

PROGRAM LUNCH SPONSOR

In-person attendees enjoy complimentary lunch provided by McLane Middleton.

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30 - 9:35 am

  Welcome and Introduction

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  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  
• 9:35 - 10:50 am

  Parents’ Rights in Public Schools: What Do Parents Have the Right to Know, Say, and Do

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  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  Derek F. Folan, Canton Public Schools , Canton
  Justin R. Gomes, Esq., Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP , Boston
  Pamela S. Milman, Esq., Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services LLC , Saugus
  Felicia S. Vasudevan, Esq., Murphy, Hesse, Toomey & Lehane LLP , Quincy
  
• 10:50 - 11:00 am

  Break
• 11:00 - 12:00 pm

  Education Law Update 2025: The Latest from the BSEA, the Courts, the Legislature, DESE, and USDOE

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  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  Reece Erlichman, Esq., Bureau of Special Education Appeals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Malden
  Nancy N. Nevils, Esq., Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP , Boston
  
• 12:30 - 1:30 pm

  Lunch (In-Person Attendees Enjoy Lunch Provided by McLane Middleton)
• 1:30 - 2:30 pm

  School Discipline: Top Ten Dos and Don’ts for Student and School Advocacy

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  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  Lisa M. Lana, Esq., Youth Advocacy Division, Committee for Public Counsel Services , Malden
  Matthew W. MacAvoy, Esq., Nuttall, MacAvoy & Joyce, PC , Marshfield
  Caitlin L. Mulrooney, Esq., Murphy, Lamere & Murphy, PC , Braintree
  Timothy A. Sindelar, Esq., The EdLaw Project, Youth Advocacy Foundation , Roxbury
  
• 2:30 - 2:40 pm

  Break
• 2:40 - 3:45 pm

  “Hot Topics” for 2025, including controversies over technology (artificial intelligence, TikTok attacks, student cell phone use in schools); post-secondary transition planning; and rights of LGBTQ+ students

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  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  Elizabeth Cabral-Townson, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  Laura E. Gillis, Esq., Gillis Law LLC , Topsfield
  Pamela S. Milman, Esq., Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services LLC , Saugus
  Timothy A. Sindelar, Esq., The EdLaw Project, Youth Advocacy Foundation , Roxbury
  Paige L. Tobin, Esq., Murphy, Lamere & Murphy, PC , Braintree
  
• 3:45 - 4:00 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Cochairs

Faculty