Lawyers Without Billboards
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With decades of experience in divorce, custody battles, child support, alimony, and criminal law, they break down legal myths, share expert insights, and dive into real cases (sometimes with a side of humor).
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Lawyers Without Billboards
Title IX Cases: Where the Rules Are Different and the Stakes Are High | Lawyers Without Billboards S2 - Ep16
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Title IX cases aren’t criminal court — but they can carry consequences that are just as serious.
In this episode, the attorneys at Shewmaker & Lewis break down how Title IX works in real life, from the moment a complaint is filed to the final outcome. They explain how universities conduct their own investigations, why the rules are different, and how students can face suspension or expulsion even when criminal charges aren’t pursued.
You’ll hear insights on:
- The structure and purpose of Title IX
- How misconduct allegations are handled on campus
- The investigation and hearing process
- The difference between criminal and Title IX standards of proof
- Strategic considerations when both cases are happening at once
- Appeals and potential outcomes
If you or someone you know is facing a Title IX issue, understanding the process early can make all the difference.
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: A “Cavalcade of Nines”
00:45 – What Is Title IX (and Where It Actually Lives in the Law)
03:30 – How Title IX Applies to Colleges and Universities
05:00 – When Allegations Trigger a Title IX Investigation
06:30 – University Investigations vs. Criminal Cases
08:00 – Who Handles These Cases (and Why That Matters)
09:30 – The Investigation Process and Its Limitations
11:00 – How Hearings Used to Work vs. Today
12:00 – The Right to Cross-Examine (and Why It Changed)
13:30 – Balancing Title IX and Criminal Defense Strategy
15:00 – Why Title IX Can Help (or Hurt) a Criminal Case
15:30 – The Lower Burden of Proof Explained
16:30 – Real Case Example: When Outcomes Don’t Make Sense
17:00 – Appeals and Fighting Back
18:00 – Possible Punishments: From Suspension to Expulsion
19:00 – What Expulsion Means for a Student’s Future
20:00 – Can Students Continue Classes During Investigations?
20:30 – Does Title IX Apply to High Schools?
22:00 – Real-World Case Outcomes and Lessons Learned
23:30 – How to Avoid a Title IX Situation
25:30 – Should You Hire an Attorney?
26:00 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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📍 Recorded at: Shewmaker & Lewis, Atlanta, GA