Title IX Advisor

Title IX Advisor for Students — New Jersey Campus Defense Attorneys

If you’ve been accused of sexual misconduct, harassment, or assault under Title IX, your academic future and personal reputation are on the line. These cases move quickly. Evidence gets lost. Mistakes go unchallenged. And one bad hearing can lead to suspension, expulsion, or permanent record damage.

At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we act as strategic Title IX Advisors for students facing disciplinary investigations across New Jersey colleges and universities. Whether you’ve been notified of a formal complaint or are under investigation for a policy violation, you need immediate representation.

Under most circumstances, we can also advise students at institutions outside New Jersey — particularly in cases involving potential expulsion, parallel criminal charges, or licensing consequences.

Why You Need a Title IX Advisor — Not Just a School Advocate

Colleges are required to provide a Title IX process that’s “fair,” but in reality:

• Accused students are often denied due process
• Investigators may be biased or undertrained
• Advisors provided by the school are often passive and ineffective
• Title IX hearings allow cross-examination — but only by your advisor
• Schools often impose interim measures before any finding of guilt

Under federal regulations, you have the right to choose your own Title IX Advisor — and that advisor can be an attorney. We serve as your advocate, strategist, and cross-examiner throughout the case.

We Represent Students in Title IX Cases Involving:

• Allegations of sexual assault, rape, or coercion
• Claims of non-consensual touching or kissing
• Stalking, harassment, or digital misconduct (e.g., DMs, group chats, screenshots)
• Title IX retaliation or false reporting
• Same-sex or LGBTQ+ related claims
• Alleged violations of intimate relationship policies or “community standards”
• Cases involving alcohol, drugs, or blackout memory

We also advise students in counter-claims, appeals, and cases with parallel criminal investigations.

Our Role as Your Title IX Advisor

We guide you through every step of the process, including:

• Reviewing the school’s Title IX policy and investigative procedures
• Preparing your written statements and evidence submissions
• Communicating with Title IX coordinators and investigators on your behalf
• Preparing you for interviews and hearings
• Cross-examining the complainant and witnesses during live hearings
• Drafting appeals and post-hearing responses
• Advising on media, privacy, and reputational harm

Whether your school is Rutgers, Rowan, TCNJ, Seton Hall, or another NJ institution, we know how to navigate their systems — and how to protect your future.

Title IX Cases Move Fast. You Must Too.

Once you receive notice of a Title IX complaint, the clock starts:

• You may only have days to respond
• Your school may impose a no-contact order or interim suspension
• Statements you make early on — even informally — can be used against you
• Skipping deadlines or missing procedural steps can waive your rights

That’s why early legal strategy is critical.

Call Ratliff Jackson LLP at 856-209-3111 or contact us privately online. Your consultation is confidential, and the sooner we’re involved, the more we can do.

Frequently Asked Questions About Title IX Advisors

What does a Title IX Advisor actually do?

A Title IX Advisor helps you navigate the investigation, prepare your defense, and cross-examine witnesses at your hearing. You’re allowed to bring your own advisor — and we strongly recommend using an experienced attorney, not a school-appointed staffer.

Can my school punish me before a hearing happens?

Yes — schools often impose interim suspensions, housing removals, or activity bans before a formal finding. We fight to minimize these disruptions and push back when they’re excessive.

What if the police are also involved?

You need legal representation immediately. Title IX and criminal investigations often run in parallel. What you say in one setting may affect the other. We coordinate both defenses to protect you.

Can I bring a lawyer as my advisor?

Yes. Under federal regulations, you can bring any advisor of your choosing — including an attorney. 

What if I’ve been falsely accused?

False allegations can and do happen. We build a strong, evidence-based defense and pursue counterclaims or defamation actions if appropriate. Don’t assume the truth will speak for itself — let us speak for you.