Campus Investigations
Being “Under Investigation” Is Serious — Even If No Charges Have Been Filed
If your university has notified you that you are under investigation, you may feel confused, anxious, or unsure of what to do next.
You may not even know exactly what you’re being accused of — only that the school wants to “ask questions” or “gather information.”
At Your Education Lawyer, we help students and faculty across Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York City navigate campus investigations before they escalate into disciplinary hearings, Title IX cases, or expulsions.
What you do now can determine the entire outcome.
What Is a Campus Investigation?
A campus investigation is the fact-finding stage where a university or school examines allegations of misconduct, policy violations, or ethical concerns.
These investigations often involve:
Academic misconduct allegations
Behavioral or conduct complaints
Title IX-related accusations
Research or ethics concerns
Faculty or staff complaints
Anonymous or third-party reports
Even if the school tells you this is “informal,” the information collected can and will be used if formal charges follow.
Why Campus Investigations Are Dangerous Without Legal Guidance
Many students and faculty believe cooperating fully will “clear things up.”
Unfortunately, campus investigations are not neutral conversations — they are structured processes designed to build a case.
Common risks include:
Making statements that are misunderstood or taken out of context
Providing incomplete or inconsistent explanations
Waiving important rights without realizing it
Trusting investigators to “be fair” without safeguards
Failing to preserve evidence or witnesses
Once statements are made, they are difficult — sometimes impossible — to undo.
Your Rights During a Campus Investigation
Even at the investigation stage, you have rights — though schools don’t always emphasize them.
You generally have the right to:
Understand the nature of the allegations
Take time before responding to requests for interviews
Review and respond to evidence
Have an advisor or attorney assist you
Decline to answer questions without preparation
Receive fair and unbiased treatment
Having legal guidance ensures these rights are respected from the very beginning.
How We Help During Campus Investigations
At Your Education Lawyer, our role is to protect you before damage is done.
We assist by:
Reviewing the investigation notice and relevant school policies
Explaining what the school can — and cannot — require from you
Preparing you for interviews or written responses
Communicating with investigators on your behalf when appropriate
Preserving evidence and identifying witnesses early
Strategically limiting exposure to unnecessary risk
In many cases, early legal involvement helps:
Prevent formal disciplinary charges
Narrow the scope of the investigation
Correct false assumptions before they spread
Resolve the matter quietly and fairly
Campus Investigations Involving Title IX
Many campus investigations are the first step in a Title IX case — even before the Title IX office formally opens a file.
If the investigation involves:
Sexual misconduct
Harassment
Dating violence
Retaliation
You should not speak with investigators without legal guidance.
Title IX cases move quickly and carry severe consequences, including suspension, expulsion, or termination.
We ensure you do not unknowingly compromise your defense.
Faculty and Staff Campus Investigations
Faculty and staff members face unique risks during investigations, including:
Damage to professional reputation
Employment consequences
Reporting to licensing or accreditation bodies
Public disclosure or internal gossip
We represent professors, instructors, researchers, and staff members during internal investigations — with a focus on discretion, accuracy, and career protection.
Why Clients Choose Your Education Lawyer
Education-Law Focused: We understand how universities operate internally
Early-Stage Defense: We intervene before cases escalate
Calm, Strategic Guidance: We help you respond — not react
Las Vegas Based, National Reach: Serving clients across Nevada, California, and New York
We don’t rush you. We don’t judge you. We protect you.
What to Do If You’re Under Investigation
If you’ve been contacted by your school:
Do not respond immediately
Do not speculate or explain informally
Preserve all communications and records
Contact an education lawyer before speaking to anyone
Early action gives you leverage. Delay gives the school control.
Protect Yourself Before Allegations Become Charges
Once a campus investigation turns into a formal case, options become limited.
But right now, you still have the ability to shape the narrative.
At Your Education Lawyer, we help you protect your education, career, and reputation — before irreversible decisions are made.
Send your investigation notice for private review.