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Robbins Schwartz has pioneered defining the practice of education law as a singular discipline. As we continue to expand our services, we stay involved in the ongoing development and evolution of the law.

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Now Available: Preparation for Immigration Enforcement Toolkit for Illinois Higher Education Institutions

Robbins Schwartz is proud to offer our guidance documents and templates to assist Illinois higher education administrators in navigating interactions with immigration officials, in accordance with the executive order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion.” Learn more here.

Now Available: Preparation for Immigration Enforcement Toolkit for K-12 School Districts

Robbins Schwartz is proud to offer our guidance documents and templates to assist K-12 school district administrators in navigating interactions with immigration officials, in accordance with the executive order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion.” Learn more here.

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Executive Orders Impacting Educational Institutions… What You Need to Know

Within hours of taking office, President Trump issued executive orders impacting educational institutions. Robbins Schwartz attorneys are closely monitoring the executive actions, and have identified two orders that administrators should be aware of.

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2024 Title IX Regulations Struck Down

On January 9th, a federal district court in Kentucky invalidated the 2024 Title IX regulations nationwide, ruling them unlawful for exceeding the Department of Education’s authority, violating the Constitution, and being arbitrarily and capriciously enacted. Read more here.

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Electronic Bidding for Construction Contracts Now Permitted Under Recent Amendment to the Public Community College Act

The Illinois General Assembly amended Section 3-27.1 of the Public Community College Act to permit electronic submission of sealed construction bids, provided they comply with bid document authorization, electronic security measures, and secure receipt procedures. Read more here.

Robbins Schwartz Attorneys Recognized as a Leading Lawyer for 2025

Congratulations to Robbins Schwartz attorneys for being recognized as Leading Lawyers for 2025.

Jul 16, 2010 | Firm News

Robbins Schwartz Nicholas Lifton & Taylor, Ltd. Named as one of the 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Chicago

This award was established to honor companies in each market that recognize employees as their greatest asset. These companies work with imagination and conviction to create organizational value and business…