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Title IX cases are always complicated, but cases at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology frequently become legal labyrinths delving into new areas of law. In addressing Title IX rights, courts have also broken new ground regarding Massachusetts sexual harassment statutes, legal standards regarding the protection of privacy, and other related legal issues.

A skilled MIT Title IX attorney may obtain the most beneficial results by looking outside the box and asserting rights that have hitherto been ignored. At Nesenoff & Miltenberg, we are considered to be pioneers in advocacy for rights in anti-discrimination proceedings on campus and in court. With so much effort focused on protecting institutional reputation or alleged victims of misconduct, the rights of students accused of misconduct often get trampled under a wave of virtue signaling. Our legal team knows how to stem the tide, protect students’ rights and reputation, and work effectively to secure a positive outcome in Title IX cases at MIT.

What is Title IX Sexual Harassment at MIT?

Title IX is a federal law that imposes requirements on educational institutions but gives them a certain amount of latitude in establishing their own policies to prevent harassment on the basis of sex. The Institute Discrimination & Harassment Response Office at MIT proudly proclaims that the school “broadly prohibits sexual harassment and other forms of sexual misconduct,” implying that the institution goes beyond basic federal requirements. Often, this type of proclamation reveals an institutional bias in favor of complainants who fit a certain profile.

Sexual harassment for Title IX purposes is defined as any one of three types of conduct:

• An employee offering a benefit in exchange for participation in unwelcome sexual conduct (called “quid pro quo” harassment)
• Being subjected to unwelcome conduct on the basis of sex that is severe, pervasive, and offensive, or
• Sexual violence that meets definitions of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking provided in federal law and the school’s website

When allegations are made that one of these three types of conduct has occurred, a Title IX investigation is launched, and it can proceed very quickly. It is important to begin building a case for defense as quickly as possible because opportunities to collect and present evidence to refute accusations are much more limited than in a civil or criminal case in court.

Why the Right Legal Defense is So Crucial

Students and their parents often do not realize what is at stake in a Title IX case until it is too late. If a student is found responsible for a violation, they can be expelled or suspended with negative marks on the record that put a permanent end to educational and career dreams. Even worse, the labels that attach to a student after an unfavorable Title IX ruling can haunt them far into the future.

A Dedicated MIT Title IX Attorney Works to Protect Your Future

At Nesenoff & Miltenberg, we understand how to succeed in matters based on Title IX and related areas of law because we have a level of experience that cannot be matched anywhere in the country. We know the institutional challenges students at MIT face and how to overcome those challenges. To schedule a confidential consultation to discuss the ways we can work to protect your future, call us at 212-736-4500 or contact us online now.