Karen Baillie

Expert guidance through a complex workplace investigation

Our school district faced a highly sensitive internal investigation involving serious employee misconduct allegations. The situation was fraught with potential legal pitfalls and required navigating both employment law and specific education sector regulations. We engaged Karen Baillie based on her dual recognition in Education Law and Employment Law - Management. From our first consultation, her command of the nuanced intersection between these practice areas was evident. Karen meticulously guided our internal team through every step, ensuring our procedures were not only legally defensible but also educationally sound. Her advice was pragmatic, clear, and always prioritized a resolution that protected the district while being fair to all parties. The matter concluded favorably without escalation to litigation, which we attribute directly to her strategic counsel. For any institution facing complex labor and employment issues within an educational setting, Karen's specialized expertise is invaluable.