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.

Special education law continues to evolve. Stay informed with Lozano Smith’s Special Education Legal Update On-Demand tr...
06/23/2026

Special education law continues to evolve. Stay informed with Lozano Smith’s Special Education Legal Update On-Demand training.

This practical course covers recent federal and California case law, emerging trends in disputes and due process hearings, compliance guidance, and strategies to help avoid common legal pitfalls.

Available anytime through the Illuminate Digital Training Platform.

On-Demand | $95 per person | Learn more and register today: https://www.lozanosmith.com/LSI-2026SPEDLegalUpdate.php

06/22/2026

We're growing!

Lozano Smith is currently hiring attorneys across multiple practice areas to join our Walnut Creek office.

Come work alongside a team dedicated to serving California's public agencies through collaboration, excellence, and meaningful client service.

View open positions: https://www.lozanosmith.com/careers.php

06/18/2026

A new Ninth Circuit decision provides important guidance on ADA liability.

While emotional distress damages are no longer available under the ADA, schools may still face significant financial exposure for other types of damages.

Read our featured Client News Brief to learn what this ruling means for educational agencies and why accessibility compliance remains critical: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3492

Can a non-custodial parent make educational decisions? What rights do caregivers have? When do students hold their own e...
06/17/2026

Can a non-custodial parent make educational decisions? What rights do caregivers have? When do students hold their own educational rights?

In Episode 102 of the Lozano Smith Podcast, attorneys Amanda Cordova and Anna Wood break down the legal framework surrounding educational rights, custody orders, special education, caregiver authority, and more.

Listen now for practical guidance on issues school districts encounter every day: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-podcast.php?news_id=3495

Please join us in congratulating Alexandra Bernal on her new role as an Associate in our San Luis Obispo office!Having g...
06/16/2026

Please join us in congratulating Alexandra Bernal on her new role as an Associate in our San Luis Obispo office!

Having grown professionally with Lozano Smith over the years, Alexandra's achievement is a testament to her dedication, and commitment to public service. After passing the California Bar Exam, she has officially joined our attorney team.

We are proud to celebrate this exciting milestone and look forward to all she will accomplish in her new role. Congratulations, Alexandra!

Discover more about Alexandra here: https://www.lozanosmith.com/attorney_bio.php?id=388

06/15/2026

37 Opportunities. 8 Offices. One Mission: Making a Difference.

Lozano Smith is hiring attorneys and support staff throughout California. With openings across multiple practice areas and departments, now is a great time to join a firm committed to serving public agencies and strengthening communities.

If you're looking for challenging work, collaborative colleagues, and a career with purpose, we'd love to hear from you. Explore open positions here: https://www.lozanosmith.com/careers.php

Make a difference through public agency law.

06/12/2026

When workplace concerns arise, experience matters.

Our Investigations Practice Group provides prompt, impartial, and legally sound investigations for public agencies throughout California. Discover more: https://www.lozanosmith.com/investigativeservices.php

06/11/2026

Can a parent's request for an "IEP meeting" trigger a district's obligation to offer FAPE? According to a recent Ninth Circuit decision, the answer is yes.

Read our latest Client News Brief to learn how this ruling clarifies IEP request formalities and what it means for districts working with parentally placed private school students. https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3489

Stay connected to the latest legal developments wherever you are.The Lozano Smith mobile app provides instant access to ...
06/10/2026

Stay connected to the latest legal developments wherever you are.

The Lozano Smith mobile app provides instant access to Client News Briefs, legal updates, publications, and resources designed specifically for public agency leaders and educational institutions. Download the app today and stay informed on the issues impacting your organization.

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

Missed a recent update? We've got you covered.From timely legal developments to upcoming events and podcast episodes, fi...
06/09/2026

Missed a recent update? We've got you covered.

From timely legal developments to upcoming events and podcast episodes, find the latest news and resources from Lozano Smith.

See what you may have missed: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news.php

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