Newnan Education Law Attorneys Support Educators and Educational Organizations Throughout the Atlanta Area

Committed to protecting your best interests

When choosing a career in education, many individuals are driven by a desire to shape the minds of future generations. That desire, however, can also make it necessary for educators and educational institutions to address complex legal issues relating to their employment or daily operations. At McKee & Mitchell, LLC, our Newnan, GA, education lawyers are committed to supporting educators throughout the Atlanta area. With more than 50 years of combined experience, our attorneys have the knowledge and insight needed to address even the most complicated education law concerns.

We represent a wide range of educators and educational organizations, including:

Teachers in K–12
College and university professors
School administrators
Private K–12 schools
Private universities
Educational foundations

Our legal team understands the complexities involved in education law and has both the knowledge and experience to guide you through the intricacies of your case.

Let us shoulder the legal burdens affecting your career as an educator

As a teacher or administrator, you face unique challenges relating to employment. Our Newnan education lawyers offer personalized legal advice on a number of these issues, including:

Contract matters. Negotiating and enforcing an employment contract within the educational field can be difficult. Our comprehensive contract representation is designed to help you address any issues you may encounter.
Tenure and seniority issues. The tenure and seniority structure within education offers unique challenges in relation to employment contracts, termination and severance agreements. We carefully guide you through the labyrinth.

We also offer advice on a wide range of employment-related issues, including contract negotiation and severance agreement negotiation and review.

Comprehensive legal services for Newnan-area educational organizations

The administration of a private school, university or foundation is a complex endeavor. Our attorneys provide a wide range of legal services designed to streamline that administration. We provide guidance on:

Employment contracts. Drafting and enforcing contracts to protect your organization’s best interests can be difficult. Our attorneys have the skill and experience needed to help you address the many details of employment contracts.
Employment law issues. Protecting your organization and its reputation against claims of harassment or unlawful termination is vital. With your best interests in mind, we resolve your employment law issues as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
Accreditation. Trust us to help your organization address the obstacles associated with the accreditation process.
Endowments. Charitable endowments from alumni or community members help to support many organizations’ educational efforts. Our lawyers offer assistance in the creation and maintenance of endowment programs and accounts.

Whatever your educational organization’s needs may be, we offer assistance in a timely, effective and professional manner.

Helping to protect students

Students in high school and college can find themselves the subject of proposed disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from school, particularly in today’s “zero tolerance” environment. Let the attorneys at McKee and Mitchell put their combined 50 years of experience to work for you preparing for and attending any hearings before school tribunals, honor committees or hearing panels.

Contact our Newnan education lawyers to discuss your specific education law concerns

The education law attorneys at McKee & Mitchell, LLC value the efforts of individuals and organizations within education. To help you focus on your very important work, we shoulder your legal burdens and work hard to obtain favorable resolutions as quickly as possible. To learn more about our education law services, call 470-400-1562 or contact us online today for a free initial consultation.

Our Offices
- Newnan Office
  
  19 Spring Street
  
  Newnan, Georgia 30263
  Phone: 470-400-1562
  Fax: 770-683-8905
- Atlanta Office
  
  The Hurt Building
  50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1434
  
  Atlanta, Georgia 30303
  Phone: 470-400-1562
  Fax: 404-577-4902
Testimonials
- I have never found myself in need of an attorney and I am so pleased that I found Pat McKee. The knowledge and experience that Pat possesses is impressive. Watching… read more
- I was equally impressed with his staff. Sharon was always professional and helpful. Having Pat and his firm on my side was such a comfort. I am so thankful for… read more
- Pat has been the clinic’s attorney from its inception. He capably led us through incorporation, IRS approval of exempt status and development of policies and procedures. Pat continues to counsel… read more
- Pat’s incredible legal mind, knowledge of both Georgia and education law, and experience made for a winning combination in my breach of contract case. As a client-attorney pair, our collaboration… read more
Testimonials

I have never found myself in need of an attorney and I am so pleased that I found Pat McKee. The knowledge and experience that Pat possesses is impressive. Watching him in action validated the confidence I felt in choosing him to represent me. He was in constant communication with me and made sure that I was happy with the process. I felt as though we were a team and my best interest was his priority. I trusted him completely to do what was best for me - D.C.
I was equally impressed with his staff. Sharon was always professional and helpful. Having Pat and his firm on my side was such a comfort. I am so thankful for his help in getting a little bit of justice for me, and for his continued support in making sure that the agreement was executed as promised. The drive to Newnan was well worth it. I could not be more pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend Pat McKee and his firm - F. Freeman
Pat has been the clinic’s attorney from its inception. He capably led us through incorporation, IRS approval of exempt status and development of policies and procedures. Pat continues to counsel the clinic on contract reviews as well as operating, governance and general business issues. Though he provides his services to the clinic pro-bono, his counsel is always timely, technically sound and practical. Pat McKee is a trusted advisor for both legal and general business matters.
Lou Graner, Executive Director
Coweta Samaritan Clinic
Pat’s incredible legal mind, knowledge of both Georgia and education law, and experience made for a winning combination in my breach of contract case. As a client-attorney pair, our collaboration as one of the most effective I’ve experienced in my career. Pat is one great lawyer.
Deb Cook PhD
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