Alana Leffler

Shareholder

Labor & Employment | School & Higher Education

Alana’s practice focuses primarily on representing public and private schools in the areas of general school law, special education law, and labor and employment law. 


She counsels clients on topics such as: student discipline; student bullying and harassment; Title IX; open meetings; public records; school board policies; special education mediation and due process; employee misconduct investigations; sexual harassment; employee discipline and dismissal; and issues arising under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family Medical Leave Act.

Alana regularly presents on topics related to general school law, special education law, and labor and employment law. She has collaborated with public and private schools to train school staff regarding legal requirements and best practices. In addition, she has co-taught graduate-level school law courses/seminars at Alverno College and the Milwaukee School of Engineering, and she has guest lectured at the Marquette University Law School’s Education Law course.

Education

J.D., Marquette University Law School

B.A., English Literature, University of Wisconsin

Professional Activities

  • Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
  • Member, National Council of School Attorneys
  • Member, Wisconsin School Attorneys Association (WSAA)
  • Member, Wisconsin School Attorneys Association Board of Directors

Recognitions

Best Lawyers® in America "Ones to Watch" - Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management (2022 - 2025)