Jeremy Saland, Esq.

Title IX Lawyer and Advisor for Students, Faculty, and Administrators

Jeremy Saland is a Title IX attorney and advisor who also represents students in criminal court and family court matters involving orders of protection; both on and off college campuses. He began his legal career in the storied Manhattan District Attorney’s Office under the leadership of Robert Morgenthau, where he gained invaluable trial experience in the courtroom and in complex investigations. With a deep understanding of both the criminal justice system and campus disciplinary procedures and proceedings, Jeremy brings unmatched dedication and skill to every Title IX case he handles.

Dedicated Defense in Title IX Investigations and Hearings

Jeremy has successfully defended students, professors, and administrators facing Title IX accusations ranging from sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking to other forms of alleged misconduct. His clients have come from renowned institutions such as Columbia University, Barnard College, Cornell University, SUNY Binghamton, Fordham University and New York University, among others. Due to the uniform rules of Title IX, no matter the college or university and regardless of the state, Jeremy offers strategic, tailored guidance. Whether during the initial investigation, an informal or administrative resolution, a formal hearing, in the face of potential disciplinary sanctions, or an appeal, Jeremy’s clients have the benefit of him at their side.

Jeremy has represented students accused by former partners motivated by jealousy or revenge, fraternity members pulled into investigations due to “guilt by association”, and individuals in same-sex relationships whose breakups devolved into Title IX complaints. He has also defended clients facing strong evidentiary claims inside the school setting as well as those that have spilled into the courtroom. Regardless of the specifics, the allegations or the parties, Jeremy’s experience as a Title IX advisor, former prosecutor, and current defense attorney equips him with a comprehensive and uniquely effective approach.

When a student, educator, or staff member is facing one of the most serious and life-altering proceedings of their academic or professional career, Jeremy deploys an “all hands on deck” strategy. He works relentlessly to protect his clients’ rights, reputations, and futures whether that means seeking exoneration, negotiating outcomes to avoid suspension or expulsion by way of mediation, or pushing back against defamatory accusations to secure a finding of “not responsible.”

Before ever stepping into a hearing room, whether virtual or in-person, Jeremy ensures his clients are fully prepared. He guides them through every phase of the Title IX process: from preparing for investigative interviews and identifying exculpatory evidence, to drafting compelling statements and appeals, cross-examining adverse witnesses, and addressing retaliatory conduct. He understands that defending a Title IX complaint doesn’t just involve protecting a student’s academic record. It also means safeguarding their career prospects, immigration status, and, when necessary, defending them in criminal court.

Should a college or university reach a finding of responsibility unsupported by the facts or in violation of its own procedures, Jeremy is fully prepared to appeal the decision. And when internal appeals fall short, he can take the fight to court. In New York, for example, he has pursued judicial review through Article 78 proceedings, allowing a judge, not an undertrained or biased administrator or outside agency, to decide whether the school’s actions were arbitrary and capricious.

Representing Complainants in Title IX Proceedings

Jeremy also represents complainants; those who have experienced or reported misconduct under Title IX. These cases require a different type of support: not just legal strategy, but compassion, clarity, and empowerment. Whether the complainant is a survivor of sexual assault, dating violence, or another form of harassment, Jeremy helps them navigate the emotionally complex and often bureaucratically confusing process of filing and maintaining a Title IX complaint. He ensures their voice is heard, their rights are protected, and their case is presented thoroughly and effectively. His work helps complainants pursue accountability and safety without being retraumatized or overwhelmed by the institution’s process, and, when necessary, guides or represents them in parallel legal proceedings.

Protecting Clients Across Legal Systems

Though Jeremy is admitted to practice law in New York, Title IX advisors are not serving as attorneys in the college or university proceeding. Because of this, Jeremy is able to use his criminal defense and prosecutorial skills as an attorney trained advisor, aka, an attorney-advisor, in Title IX proceedings throughout all 50 states. In New York, however, Jeremy protects clients as their criminal defense and family court lawyer and can present a victim’s case to law enforcement or a family court as well. He frequently defends clients who face parallel legal proceedings related to the same underlying conduct whether through an arrest, restraining order, or criminal charge. His ability to coordinate a cohesive defense across these systems provides a level of protection few advisors can offer. Where Jeremy is not admitted to practice law, he can utilize his vast network, knowledge, and experience to guide clients in collateral matters and put them in the right place to protect themselves today and their futures tomorrow.

The Title IX Advisor and Advocate You Need

Few experiences rival the stress and potential consequences of a Title IX investigation. Other than facing criminal prosecution (which can result in incarceration and a lifelong criminal record) there may be no greater threat to a student’s future than being accused of sexual misconduct or a similar violation. Relying on a school-provided advisor or a lawyer unfamiliar with Title IX procedures can leave you dangerously unprepared. Your academic career, personal reputation, and professional future are too important to leave to chance.

You may not be able to change the past, but you can control how you respond to the allegations or articulate them in the most compelling manner. With Jeremy’s guidance, clients put forth the strongest defense or complaint possible, fully informed and thoroughly prepared. Simply, failure to mount an effective case can lead to life-altering consequences: suspension, expulsion, and potentially even criminal charges. With so much at stake, you have only one opportunity to get it right.

Regardless of the nature of the accusation or the institution involved, Jeremy understands the stakes. He works with clients to defend the hard-earned opportunities their education provides and to prevent false, exaggerated, or mischaracterized claims from closing doors forever. When everything you’ve worked for is on the line, there is no substitute for experience, knowledge, and advocacy.