A.J.’s experience as a varsity baseball player influences how he approaches legal matters: with teamwork, time management and appreciation for diversity.
A.J. has represented universities and colleges in a wide variety of complex litigation, including matters of Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, state and federal employment disputes, Section 1983 claims and class action claims. A.J. has also represented clients in commercial litigation concerning employment disputes, premises liability, tort claims and contract disputes. He has frequently represented clients in mediation and settlement negotiations for these matters. A.J. has handled appellate cases both as a respondent and appellant in the course of his practice.
In addition to litigation, A.J. also works with educational entities at all levels to draft policies and procedures, comply with regulatory requirements and engage in program reviews by the U.S. Department of Education. A.J. also assists in training educational entities on compliance with various legal obligations and conducting investigations. A.J. frequently advises collegiate institutions on various athletic-related matters, including NCAA compliance and risk management.
He's excited to be working in the education industry where the stated mission for a client is to make the world a better place. In that spirit, A.J. also makes significant contributions to the firm's pro bono efforts, representing victims of human trafficking as a part of Husch Blackwell's Human Trafficking Clinic.