The attorneys at Leasor Crass advise school districts in personnel and employment law throughout Texas. Some of these services include:
Review and draft employment contracts, including probationary, term and continuing contracts, superintendent contracts, etc.
Advise clients regarding reassignment, resignation, termination, non-renewal and separation agreements.
Represent and advise districts in employee claims of age discrimination, racial discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, violation of whistleblower law, wrongful termination, wage and hour issues, and breach of contract.
Represent school districts at all levels of personnel, student/parents, and public grievances.
Provide counsel regarding issues involving the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, employment benefits, workers’ compensation, remediation, suspension, evaluation and appraisal, certification requirements, professional immunity, and responses to requests for information in an employee’s file.
Assist in investigations regarding the Office of Civil Rights, Texas Commission on Human Rights, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
What our clients say
Great Service, Professional Staff
Leasor Crass has been an invaluable asset to Wylie Independent School District for 8 years. As a trusted advisor and reliable guide, the firm has consistently supported us through every challenge we’ve faced. Their common sense and pragmatic approach to the law have earned them greater trust with each passing year. We feel incredibly fortunate to have them represent our school district. With their ongoing support and guidance, we are confident in our ability to overcome any obstacle as we continue to strive for educational excellence.
– Dr. David Vinson, Superintendent, Wylie Independent School District
A number of clients have reached out regarding Public Information Act requests that have come in this week and whose deadlines may be impacted by the upcoming holidays. We wanted to send out a quick reminder to our clients that for the purposes of the Texas Public Information Act, “business days” includes days the district […]