Expulsion

In the event you are expelled, this information will also be included in your records. When you apply to a new school, you will need to address the reasons for expulsion. If you fail to disclose the disciplinary action and the school becomes aware of it, your acceptance can be revoked.

Degree Revocation

In some cases, universities will revoke your degree upon the findings of a Title IX violation or any other student misconduct, for that matter. If you have already gotten a degree and were working on adding to it, you might want to consider hiring a Title IX Attorney in Montana to better represent you.  

Loss of Financial Assistance or Athletic Scholarship

According to the National Collegiate Athletic Association, if a student cannot be as involved with their sports activities as planned, the university can reduce or cancel the scholarship. When a student is found guilty of serious misconduct, the discipline might be that they can no longer continue playing sports or intercollege activities. This could threaten their scholarships and financial assistance. A Title IX lawyer in Montana will address these issues.

Loss of Eligibility

Being accused of a Title IX violation may result in a student losing his or her eligibility to be a part of college athletics. This could mean not only academic but also athletic and financial consequences due to lost scholarships or professional career opportunities.

Loss of Leadership Positions

For those students who participate in leadership roles within student organizations, they may be removed from such positions if accused or found guilty of a Title IX violation.  A student that is active in the military and working as a cadet in the ROTC program could face disenrollment, loss of a scholarship, forfeiture of a military commission, and immediate repayment of previous scholarships already awarded.

How We Can Help

We work with students to provide counsel and advice to help navigate the difficulties and stress of Title IX proceedings. We understand the laws and actively participate in the Title IX investigations, support the student and counsel them when needed. When there are associated misdemeanor or felony charges, we are there to assist in court. A Title IX Attorney in Montana is on your side, helping you each step of the way.

Title IX Investigations

Your rights should be upheld throughout the process. This means that you are included in all aspects of the Title IX investigation. The investigation process includes:

• Notifying all parties involved
• Gathering evidence
• Reviewing all information
• Writing the report of the findings

You are allowed to have an advisor, such as a Title IX lawyer, present at every meeting and the right for you both to review the evidence that was gathered against you. You and your Title IX attorney will also receive a copy of the investigation report once complete.

Investigations typically will take approximately 60 days. However, there is no law that states they have to be completed in that amount of time. Sometimes, if the case is complex, it could take longer. According to the DOE Office for Civil Rights, the length of the investigation will vary based on factors such as the number of witnesses, incidents, and complainants.

Ensure You Receive Due Process and Fairness and Hold the College Accountable

There are federal guidelines in place for these cases. A Title IX lawyer in Montana will hold the university accountable and protect your due process rights. Due process is in place for a reason, and without a Title IX attorney, you might not get your fair shake. Proper representation ensures your rights are protected and that you have a strong defense through the investigation and hearing process.

Cross-Examination

Cross-examination is an effective tool in testing the credibility of the witnesses. Both parties will have the opportunity to question witnesses, as well as the other party, at a hearing. Advisors cannot ask about the past sexual behavior of the complainant. They can only ask questions that are relevant to that particular case.

Gathering Evidence

A Title IX attorney will help prepare your opening statement and help prepare you for your interviews. They will also assist you in the collection of evidence and finding witnesses to get their statements.

Preventing and Pursuing Retaliation Claims

Whatever you do, don’t try to contact your accuser, or this could be considered retaliation. Do not try to contact them in any way, whether in person, over the phone or through text or email. Retaliation claims are prevalent. You can also be considered responsible if a third party contacts the accuser. The best thing to do is to sit and let the investigations figure it out. If you experience similar retaliation due to the nature of the allegations, your Title IX lawyer in Montana can also assist and pursue a retaliation claim on your behalf.

Civil Suit Defense

You may find yourself sued by your accuser, even if you were not found guilty of policy violations. Your Title IX attorney in Montana will defend you in such a case.

Defense Against Criminal Charges

Our attorneys have the experience necessary to help you handle felony or misdemeanor charges in court. If you are found in violation of school policies and charges are brought on, your Title IX lawyer in Montana who has been by your side during the investigations already knows the case and evidence and can therefore help you build an effective defense.  

Reputation Management and Content Removal

Your Title IX Attorney in Montana is there every step of the way and helps with protecting your future by getting any damaging online content removed. This can affect your future and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Call now.

Hire a Montana Title IX Attorney You Can Depend On

Our lawyers are standing by, waiting for your call. We have helped 100s of students each year break free from their accusations. Call today.

Montana

Montana is famous for its abundance of natural mineral resources, diverse wildlife, and natural beauty. It is the home of Litle Bighorn Battlefield National Monument and has the Treasure State nickname. While these are fun little facts about Montana, we have also collected a few of the state’s most amazing universities and colleges to attend. Let’s take a look at those now.

Colleges and Universities of Montana 

While Montana is one of the largest US states, it is actually home to only around 16 public colleges and universities. These include:

• Montana State University
• University of Montana
• Montana Technological University
• Carroll College
• Dawson Community College
• University of Montana Western
• More

While you are visiting Montana to go to school, you might be interested in knowing things about the state, places to visit, and must-sees. Let’s take a look at those now.

Glacier National Park

Located in the state’s Northwest region, Glacier National Park stands proudly as the Crown of the United States. Here you will find breathtaking views of tall waterfalls, thick forests, alpine meadows, numerous glaciers, and countless sparkling lakes. It is so beautiful that many people will come back again and again. Only one road navigates through this amazing scenic park, and that is Going to Sun Road. You can enjoy the scenery via your car or get out and hike some 700 miles of hiking trails.  

While Glacier National Park is pretty amazing, there are six other National parks to explore while in the state, yes, six! The town of Missoula would be the best place to stay, should you want to take in these national parks, as they are all in close proximity to this town, making it easy to explore them all. 

Big Sky Resort

When we think of skiing, most of us think of Colorado. However, there is also some amazing skiing here in Montana. You can enjoy the breathtaking views aboard a ski lift. The lift will take you to the top of one of the biggest ski resorts in the US. There are over 5700 acres to enjoy, so this certainly isn’t something a skier or snowboarder will want to miss. 

While visiting Big Sky Resort, skiing and snowboarding aren’t all it offers. You can enjoy entertainment, events, and restaurants here as well. This is one of the most famous ski resorts, but Montana also has Bridger Bowl, Montana Snowbowl, and Whitefish Mountain Resort which are also pretty amazing.

Fly Fishing in Blue Ribbon Waterways

It’s no secret that if you put the word “Montana” into a search engine, you are probably going to see a few images of flyfishing. Flyfishing is something that people flock to Montana for, for a good reason. The amazing Blue Ribbon Waterways lends itself perfectly to it with the right water depth and clear water. 

Yellowstone National Park

Montana is the home of Yellowstone National park. While it shares the park with other states, mostly Wyoming, Montana does have a small portion of it. By small, we mean about 3%. Nevertheless, if you have the chance to visit the park from the North entrance, you certainly should jump at the chance. This is one of the most famous National Parks in the US. People from all over the world flock to see the beauty. While this is only one of Montana National Parks, it is worth checking out.