A Lawrence, KS Law Firm

Committed to Protecting Student Rights

Practice Areas

Title IX Cases

Was the university’s investigation unfair and biased?

Were you treated differently than your accuser?
Let’s level the playing field.

Dismissal from Academic Programs

Protect your investment.

If you’ve been unfairly dismissed you may have appeal rights. Contact us today.

Expulsions and Suspensions

An expulsion or suspension can derail your academic career and make it harder to enroll at another college. Schedule an appointment with us today to review your options. 

DUI, MIP, Fake ID

Being charged with a crime can be a wake-up-call for students who have never dealt with the criminal justice system. It can affect your chances of getting into grad school, medical school, and law school.

Eviction from Student Housing

If you are accused of misconduct, your housing maybe in jeopardy.

Let us help.

University Student Affairs Investigations

Know your rights. Before you meet with a Student Affairs investigators, speak to a trusted advisor who can guide you through the process to get the best outcome.

Attorney Matthew Donnelly

Matthew J. Donnelly is a partner at the Lawrence law firm Petefish, Immel, Hird, Johnson, & Leibold, LLP. He is dedicated to protecting the rights of students attending the University of Kansas, as well as other colleges and universities in the Midwest.

The stakes are high for college students facing allegations of academic or non-academic misconduct. You could be expelled and even banned from campus. Your transcript could be marked, making it harder to enroll at another institution.

Lawyers at Petefish Law have represented college students for over a decade. They’ve assisted students accused of academic misconduct and non-academic misconduct, graduate students that were dismissed from their programs, students accused of sexual misconduct, and students accused of crimes like DUI and MIP.

Contact Us For a Consultation

842 Louisiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044