Lozano Smith

Lozano Smith Lozano Smith is a full-service education and public agency law firm and our sole objective is to ensure the success of our clients in all endeavors.

Established in 1988, Lozano Smith is a full-service education and public agency law firm serving hundreds of California's K-12 and community college districts, universities, and numerous cities, counties, and special districts. The firm's expertise includes personnel matters, labor relations, real property and construction matters, constitutional issues, special education, student discipline, scho

ol funding, charter schools, bond elections, governance, and litigation in all areas of representation.

There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s Back-to-School Legal Update!Join Lozano Smith attorneys for a legal and pr...
09/02/2026

There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s Back-to-School Legal Update!

Join Lozano Smith attorneys for a legal and practical look at the latest developments and emerging issues affecting California school districts, including parental rights, independent study, expulsions, new pregnancy leave requirements, CalSTRS, labor and employment, special education, charter schools, public records, governance and more.

September 3 | 9:00–10:30 a.m.
$125 per person

Register today: https://www.lozanosmith.com/2026BTSLU-FallEduSeries.php

Please join us in welcoming Mia R. Beltran to Lozano Smith’s Monterey Office! As an Associate, Mia supports public agenc...
09/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming Mia R. Beltran to Lozano Smith’s Monterey Office! As an Associate, Mia supports public agency clients in matters involving facilities and business, litigation, and municipal law. She brings experience managing complex caseloads, handling discovery and motion practice, and representing clients in hearings and trials.

Welcome to the team, Mia!

08/31/2026

Join Our Litigation Team!

We're looking for an experienced Litigation Attorney to join our Litigation Practice Group!

You'll represent public agencies and school districts in a variety of litigation matters from case inception all the way through trial and appeal. A background in administrative hearings and civil litigation is a big plus.

If you're detail-oriented, passionate about education/public agency law, and ready for your next challenge, we want to meet you!

https://www.lozanosmith.com/careers.php

08/27/2026

New independent study requirements are now in effect.

AB 126 introduces specific pupil work product documentation requirements and revises staffing ratio options for school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools. Because compliance will be reviewed during the annual audit, LEAs should evaluate their policies and practices now.

Read our featured Client News Brief for details: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3504

New podcast episode! California’s SB 848 introduces new screening, reporting, safety plan, and training requirements for...
08/26/2026

New podcast episode! California’s SB 848 introduces new screening, reporting, safety plan, and training requirements for educational agencies.

Join Lozano Smith attorneys as they discuss what agencies need to know, key implementation dates, and practical next steps for maintaining compliance.

Listen to Episode 106: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-podcast.php?news_id=3507

ICYMI: Stay current on the latest legal developments affecting California’s schools and public agencies. Visit Lozano Sm...
08/25/2026

ICYMI: Stay current on the latest legal developments affecting California’s schools and public agencies. Visit Lozano Smith’s News & Insights page for recent Client News Briefs, podcast episodes, upcoming events, and more.

Explore the latest: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news.php

08/24/2026

We’re hiring! Lozano Smith’s Sacramento office is seeking a municipal attorney with one to four years of experience and an interest in serving cities, school districts, and other public agencies throughout California.

Join our team and build your public law expertise while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Learn more and apply: https://www.lozanosmith.com/careers.php

08/20/2026

New Guidance on AI in the Classroom

The California Department of Education has released a new Model AI Policy to help school districts navigate the growing use of artificial intelligence in schools.

Our latest Client News Brief highlights key considerations for LEAs, including student privacy, academic integrity, AI vendors, parent rights, and responsible classroom use.

Read more about what the new guidance could mean for your district: https://lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3505

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