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Considerations and Legal Implications of Banning Cell Phones in School
The use of cell phones in schools has become a contentious issue in recent years, as educators and policymakers grapple with balancing...
NC Education Lawyer
13 hours ago8 min read


Analyzing the Impact: President Trump's Executive Order on the U.S. Department of Education
Introduction Navigating the complexities of the education system can be challenging for parents, especially when it comes to...
NC Education Lawyer
2 days ago5 min read


Navigating Changes In Education Law
Education is one of the most critical aspects of our society. As education attorneys and advocates, it is imperative that we remain well...
NC Education Lawyer
5 days ago2 min read


Protecting and Advocating for LGBT Students: A Guide for Parents in North Carolina
The passage of the Parent Bill of Rights in North Carolina has sparked significant discussion about its potential impact on LGBT...
NC Education Lawyer
Jan 213 min read


Advocacy During the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, many families look forward to spending quality time together, enjoying traditions, and perhaps taking a...
Charmaine Neves
Dec 23, 20243 min read


The Back to School Guide for Parents of Students with IEPs
The Back to School Guide for parents of students with IEPs
NC Education Lawyer
Jul 30, 20242 min read


College Student with a Disability? This is what you need to know.
Navigating college with a disability can present unique challenges, but it's important to know that you have rights and protections....
NC Education Lawyer
Jul 9, 20242 min read


Bullying: What is the law in NC?
Bullying can be defined as aggressive behavior characterized by intentional and repeated injury or discomfort to another person over a...
Charmaine Neves
Jun 9, 20241 min read


The School-to-Prison Pipeline
What is the School-to-Prison Pipeline The school-to-prison pipeline refers to policies and procedures that encourage the presence of law...
NC Education Lawyer
Apr 24, 20242 min read

Discrimination in Private Schools
Can private schools discriminate? Our office is regularly contacted about discrimination in private schools; specifically whether private...
Charmaine Neves
Apr 1, 20242 min read


Student Spotlight: James Cochran*
Recently, Wake County leaders and Attorney General Josh Stein convened a Town Hall Meeting to discuss challenges that social media poses...
NC Education Lawyer
Mar 23, 20241 min read

Staff Spotlight: Allison Combs, NCCP
Allison Combs joined The Law Office of Neubia L. Harris, PLLC ("LONLH") in September 2021. She is a North Carolina Certified Paralegal...
NC Education Lawyer
Mar 21, 20241 min read


What is an Education Lawyer?
As parents, we want the best for our children. And when it comes to our children’s rights, we want to have the best on our sides! But how...
Charmaine Neves
Feb 26, 20242 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: Head Start
As parents, we all want our children to have the best education and start in life. But some families may find it challenging to provide...
NC Education Lawyer
Oct 4, 20233 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: General Education Setting
You may have heard the term “general education setting” in discussions about your child’s or student's education plan; but what exactly...
Neubia Harris
Sep 29, 20232 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: FBA
As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to see your child struggling with behavior issues, especially if they’re interfering with their ability...
NC Education Lawyer
Sep 28, 20233 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: ESY
What is Extended School Year and When is a Student Eligible to Receive It? As a parent, you want to ensure that your child is receiving...
NC Education Lawyer
Sep 21, 20232 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: DPI
If your child has a disability, you may find yourself overwhelmed and unsure about what resources are available to help them succeed in...
NC Education Lawyer
Sep 20, 20233 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: Communities in Schools North Carolina (“CISNC”)
Ensuring that your child receives the education they are entitled to is one of the paramount, and in some cases, complicated,...
NC Education Lawyer
Sep 14, 20232 min read


The ABCs of Education Law: Behavior Intervention Plan ("BIP")
As parents, we all want our children to thrive in all aspects of their lives, especially their education. Some children may face...
NC Education Lawyer
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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