Sarah H. Fay

Sarah H. Fay is a member of the Firm’s Education Group Practice and works on a variety of general legal areas covering student and parent issues, employment matters, non-profit governance and crisis management.

Sarah routinely advises the Firm’s education clients on best practices for admissions processes and enrollment contracts, responding to and investigating student interpersonal misconduct, disciplinary matters, health center audits, risk management strategies for off-campus trips, student records and confidentiality issues, and policies and practices for promoting an inclusive community. Sarah works closely with clients to develop policies that comply with applicable laws and reflect best practices while ensuring to maintain the unique voice and culture of each school.

As part of her practice, Sarah educates students and parents on healthy relationships, including the evolving definition of consent, bystander training, bullying and hazing, acceptable use of technology and social media, and other key issues students may confront. In addition, she provides training for faculty, staff and school administrators on topics ranging from professional boundaries, mandated reporting training, sexual assault, accommodating students with disabilities, and other pressing matters.

Sarah assists colleges and universities with policies and procedures affecting students and employees, including student complaint procedures and Title IX compliance. Sarah also represents schools against breach of contract, consumer protection claims and disability discrimination claims.