Title IX Cases: Where the Rules Are Different and the Stakes Are High | Lawyers Without Billboards S2 - Ep16

Title IX cases aren’t criminal court — but they can carry consequences that are just as serious.In this episode, the attorneys at Shewmaker & Lewis break down how Title IX works in real life, from the moment a complaint is filed to the final outcome. They explain how universities conduct their own investigations, why the rules are different, and how students can face suspension or expulsion even when criminal charges aren’t pursued.You’ll hear insights on: The structure and purpose of Title IX  How misconduct allegations are handled on campus  The investigation and hearing process  The difference between criminal and Title IX standards of proof  Strategic considerations when both cases are happening at once  Appeals and potential outcomes If you or someone you know is facing a Title IX issue, understanding the process early can make all the difference.⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: A “Cavalcade of Nines” 00:45 – What Is Title IX (and Where It Actually Lives in the Law) 03:30 – How Title IX Applies to Colleges and Universities 05:00 – When Allegations Trigger a Title IX Investigation 06:30 – University Investigations vs. Criminal Cases 08:00 – Who Handles These Cases (and Why That Matters) 09:30 – The Investigation Process and Its Limitations 11:00 – How Hearings Used to Work vs. Today 12:00 – The Right to Cross-Examine (and Why It Changed) 13:30 – Balancing Title IX and Criminal Defense Strategy 15:00 – Why Title IX Can Help (or Hurt) a Criminal Case 15:30 – The Lower Burden of Proof Explained 16:30 – Real Case Example: When Outcomes Don’t Make Sense 17:00 – Appeals and Fighting Back 18:00 – Possible Punishments: From Suspension to Expulsion 19:00 – What Expulsion Means for a Student’s Future 20:00 – Can Students Continue Classes During Investigations? 20:30 – Does Title IX Apply to High Schools? 22:00 – Real-World Case Outcomes and Lessons Learned 23:30 – How to Avoid a Title IX Situation 25:30 – Should You Hire an Attorney? 26:00 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways 🔔 Subscribe for candid conversations about family law, relationships, and the legal system - without the billboards.🎙️ Hosts: Steve & Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy & Alexa Lewis 🎧 Watch here: https://youtu.be/w85iMCiQaJc or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more.📩 Contact: [email protected]| (770) 939-1939🌐 Website: https://www.shewmakerandlewis.com🎧 Podcast Library: https://shewmakerandlewis.com/lawyers-without-billboards🎼 Music by Ben Hernandez – Dragonsong Productions🎥 Produced by: Bleeding Edge, Inc.🎬 Audio & Video Production: Rob Burgner📍 Recorded at: Shewmaker & Lewis, Atlanta, GA