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Posted by Marc | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Honor Code Case Won!
I have always valued education and I could not have been more proud when my son was accepted to a top college. That is why we were blindsided when he was charged with violating his college's honor code. We did not know who to turn to for the help. We found attorney Joseph Lento and his firm onli...
Marc, Thank you!
Posted by Osamah | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
HIRE HIM NOW
STOP & HIRE MR. LENTO NOW. STOP DELAYING. STUDENTS, PARENTS ESPECIALLY. I am an engineering student at the largest university in NJ, (I assume it is the largest), and I faced a great deal of hardships through the Title IX process once accused where my clear and convincing evidences as well as witness...
Osamah, Thank you.
Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Good attorney but good enough?
Mr. Lento was hired for a Title IX case from the get-go in which he responded timely with appropriate information. The case was resolved with a decent outcome, albeit with the information given I believe it could have been dealt with decidedly better. After all the information was fully presented fr...
In reading your review, it appears that you are suggesting while I did a good job and got a good result, you believe I did not do enough and should have achieved a better result - despite there being factors involved entirely outside of my control. Rest assured, I did everything possible on your behalf (bearing in mind what is appropriate in such matters) and achieved the best possible result in light of the allegations against you and the circumstances of the case (a good result that I nonetheless was not altogether personally satisfied with, but a result that had arguable benefits in light of what was at stake). In addition, I continued to address the matter further on your behalf but you choose not to appeal the findings of the hearing panel as is your right. I would of course have liked everything to be to your total satisfaction, but understand I did everything I possibly could to achieve the best possible outcome for you and I remained available to continue the fight. I wish I was the person who decided the case, but that is obviously not how theses matters work. You are correct, however - most colleges have very biased processes and individuals in Title IX offices. As we discussed, the conduct you were accused of would result in an expulsion almost universally if found responsible. Among other allegations against you, you were charged with multiple instances of non-consensual sex (rape by any other name). In addition, the complainant specifically demanded your expulsion. You were found not responsible for the more serious charges and the school placed you on probation. You were able to continue your studies without the typical outcome of expulsion which can literally ruin a young person's life. Additionally, I prepared a comprehensive appeal for you and I did so as a courtesy to the circumstances. At your school, if the appeal was submitted, the prior decision and sanction would be vacated, and there would be a new hearing to decide the matter. After discussions with you and your parents, you decided you did not want to appeal the matter because you were concerned about a new hearing taking place and the strong risk of expulsion if found responsible and rightfully so. In addition, after you decided not to appeal, I discussed pursuing this matter further beyond the school process by seeking recourse with the Department of Education and also the possibility of filing a lawsuit against the school and other involved parties. Although I was ready and willing to continue the fight, you chose not to pursue the matter further as you wanted to put the matter behind you. In sum, I would hope you understand that I did go over the top and really push for you.
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Title IX, Civil Rights and DOE Expertise
I initially contacted the Lento Law Firm on Christmas Eve a few years ago. I could not believe it, but Joe answered my call! We talked for more than an hour. He helped our family to resolve a complex Title IX issue with a local university that we had no idea how to address. We are extremely grateful ...
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Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Incredible Depth of Knowledge
I found myself in need of an attorney to assist me in a Title IX matter at my school. After search the internet, I came across Mr. Lento. Within 2 hours of me sending a contact request I received a call. Mr. Lento took the time to explain to me the entire process so that I fully understood wha...
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