Overview
Todd Robbins represents public school districts in a wide array of education law matters. He regularly assists clients with collective bargaining, labor disputes, certificated and classified employee discipline, reductions in force, harassment and discrimination complaints, contract administration, and student discipline. Mr. Robbins has also represented employers before the Public Employment Relations Board, the Civil Rights Department (formerly the Department of Fair Employment and Housing), the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, and the Office of Administrative Hearings.
As general counsel to California school districts, Mr. Robbins frequently provides guidance on Constitutional issues, board governance, and compliance with California election laws, including the California Voting Rights Act. He has successfully led school districts through the transition from at-large elections to by-trustee area elections.
In addition, Mr. Robbins advises on matters involving transgender students and employees and delivers presentations to school districts and statewide organizations on district obligations and best practices under state and federal laws.
Before attending law school, Mr. Robbins worked as a high school history teacher in Maine.