Overview
Stephen McLoughlin advises public and private agencies on a wide variety of transactional and litigation issues. He represents California community college districts, universities and school districts in education-related matters, providing advice and counsel concerning compliance with Title IX, transgender accommodations, First Amendment, and other constitutional rights of students and employees and related federal and state laws. He represents education clients in grievance arbitrations, administrative hearings, and civil litigation in state and federal court.
Mr. McLoughlin also drafts and negotiates contracts for property and general service matters, including technology-related services. He has experience with various land use issues, including the drafting of licenses, leases, easements and joint use agreements. Mr. McLoughlin has provided clients with analysis and guidance regarding federal regulations such as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Mr. McLoughlin has experience in all aspects of civil litigation, including claims against public agencies concerning contract administration and public works projects. Mr. McLoughlin also advises and represents school districts and community college districts on all construction- related matters.
Honors & Recognitions
Mr. McLoughlin was named a 2015 and 2017 Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers. This honor is given annually to top attorneys under 40 years old, based on their legal work and peer recommendations.
