Over 20 Years as a Trusted Legal Advisor to Higher Education Institutions
Josh Whitlock has extensive experience defending colleges and universities in a broad range of litigation and federal investigations, as well as counseling and training them on a variety of issues, including Title IX, FERPA, and disability-related compliance; the handling of sexual misconduct allegations; contract drafting and disputes; policy and procedure drafting and implementation; and student discipline and faculty tenure matters.
After 17 years in Big Law, including at two Am Law 100 firms where he was a Partner and education team leader, Josh launched his solo practice in 2023—a move that has empowered him to serve his clients better, live better, and pursue other passions. Read more about Josh Whitlock here.
"Josh does tremendously important work for us and is one of my very favorite people to work with.”
— University Assistant General Counsel
“No matter the complexity of the issues we discuss, a conversation with Josh always helps me feel more confident in the path forward."
— Community College HR Director and Title IX Coordinator
"Josh's knowledge, experience, wisdom, and creativity are invaluable to us in navigating Title IX and disability-related regulations and a broad range of student and faculty issues."
— University General Counsel
"I have Josh on speed dial and sleep much better at night because of his unfailingly excellent guidance and support."
— Community College President
“Josh’s thoughtful and engaging training leaves me and the Title IX team feeling empowered and inspired.”
— College Title IX Coordinator
“When we hear from OCR, Josh is our first call, and we are in great hands from there.”
— College President
"Josh does tremendously important work for us and is one of my very favorite people to work with.”
— University Assistant General Counsel
“No matter the complexity of the issues we discuss, a conversation with Josh always helps me feel more confident in the path forward."
— Community College HR Director and Title IX Coordinator
"Josh's knowledge, experience, wisdom, and creativity are invaluable to us in navigating Title IX and disability-related regulations and a broad range of student and faculty issues."
— University General Counsel
"I have Josh on speed dial and sleep much better at night because of his unfailingly excellent guidance and support."
— Community College President
“Josh’s thoughtful and engaging training leaves me and the Title IX team feeling empowered and inspired.”
— College Title IX Coordinator
“When we hear from OCR, Josh is our first call, and we are in great hands from there.”
— College President

