Criminal Law in the School System - The law office of Glasgow & Olsson

From kindergarten up through high school, safety threats are unfortunately common in the educational setting. Across Illinois, school officials are prompted to increase deterrents to criminal activity, including metal-detection devices, police presence, random searches, and other security measures. These policies have deterred some, but student arrests at school are still on the rise.

These matters extend further into the school system than you may expect. Beyond allegations against students, administrators, teachers, and other school staff could be affected by laws in the educational setting. School crimes defense attorney Thomas Glasgow is prepared represent your interests, no matter what your role may be in the context of the school environment.

Criminal Matters in the Educational Environment

For a teacher or administrator, unfair accusations in the area of student discipline can affect your career. As a parent or student, an arrest or conviction for criminal activity could have harsh implications for the future. Attorney Glasgow’s unique background in criminal law within the Illinois school system makes him ideally suited to represent clients in all types of cases, including:

Student expulsion, discipline, criminal charges, and violations of school code;
Claims involving educators, administrators, and institutions under the authority of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services;
Unlawful searches and seizures in the school setting, including what is and is not permissible;
School searches conducted by police K-9 units;
Corporal punishment and student discipline in the educational environment;
How the reasonable expectation of privacy applies on school grounds;
Charges and conduct related to special ed students;
Personal injury accidents and liability for teachers, administrators, the school board, and related parties;
School employee self-defense against student violence; and,
Many other actions and criminal issues in the school system.

Experience Matters When Dealing With Criminal Law in the School System

Mr. Glasgow has amassed considerable knowledge and skills throughout his career. His past and current employment positions, awards, honors, and accolades speak for themselves:

Adjunct Professor of Education and Leadership at Concordia University;
Instructor on School Law and Policies Concordia University, Graduate level course;
Authority in defending educators, administrators, students, and their parents against criminal charges and related violations;
Experience representing school districts and secondary educational institutions regarding employment law, hiring, termination, and tenure matters;
Admitted to practice in the State of Illinois and in the US District Court for the Northern, Southern, and Central Districts of Illinois;
Selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers list for his work in the area of criminal defense; and,
Founder member of the 10 Best Criminal Law Firms in Illinois, from the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.

Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney Who Focuses on Criminal Law in Schools

If you are a school official, educator, student, or parent and have questions about criminal law in the educational setting, please contact Glasgow & Olsson to schedule a consultation today. You can reach our Schaumburg, IL office by calling 847.577.8700 or visiting us online. Mr. Glasgow can address your concerns and prepared to represent your interests.

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He Is Top-Notch

Thomas Glasgow and team are a wonderful attorney team. They were swift and responsive to the cases I brought them. Even during the pandemic they were able to keep me informed. I would recommend them to anybody who might be dealing with issues with the law or anything in terms of that. If I could give him 10 stars I definitely would. He is top-notch and his associates are the best too!

Neha

Compassionate and honest this is the firm you need to call

If you need a caring attorney who is compassionate and honest this is the firm you need to call. Nicest most caring attorney I have ever met.

Megan

Tom will never let you down!

Tom Glasgow is amazing. He has handled several criminal expungement and professional licensing matters for me. Each case had a great result, and I have Attorney Glasgow to thank for that. I would highly recommend him for anyone needing help in criminal law, expungements, and administrative matters. Tom will never let you down!

BJ S

Exceeded Every Expectation

If I could give him a million stars I would. Tom Glasgow exceeded every expectation I had regarding my case. Like most in any type of legal situation I was terrified with no idea of what to do and then I met Tom. From day one Tom made it a point to establish

a level of confidence in his ability to represent me as a client. This was done with his genuine personality and overall love for his career as an attorney. Both him and his team were with me every step of the way, they took the time to walk me through the next steps of my case and thoroughly explain every detail as we went. This allowed me to establish a level of trust and reassurance with his team. Ultimately, I knew that at the end of the day they had my back and never once made me concerned or question his legal capabilities. Overall Tom and his team made me feel like an extremely valued client and will ALWAYS recommend him to anyone that finds themselves in a legal situation similar to mine.

Rebecca C.

The law offices of Thomas Glasgow is unequivocally remarkable

Out of state business professional stopped by troopers while paying toll at toll both and ultimately charged with DUI on Schaumburg, IL interstate. This charge put me in a life- changing situation and with no time to waste, I needed immediate professional counsel. I found Mr. Glasgow online and saw that his offices had outstanding client feedback. Gave Mr. Glasgow’s office a call and immediately felt like I was in good hands after the free consultation. Communication, expertise and consistency are 3 qualities this firm has mastered. In a legal crisis those qualities are essential. Anytime I called or emailed Mr. Glasgow’s office during the course of my case, I received immediate honest answers and understanding to the current status of my case. We went to trial and Judge ruled not guilty. Very satisfied with the outcome of my court case. I highly recommend Mr. Glasgow and his firm. Thanks again.

Glen

Tom Is Great To Work With

I appreciate your services.
Thanks A LOT Tom!! You were great to work with.

Jamie M.

His Legal Knowledge Is Second to None

I hired Attorney Tom Glasgow to help me seal a case in DuPage County that had created a incredible burden on my life, both personally and professionally. In reality nobody knew the truth about the case or the evidence that pointed to my exoneration. That all changed when Tom Glasgow was able to present the case the Court. He carefully reviewed my case, looked at all the key evidence, and insured the Court knew the evidence too. His legal knowledge is second to none, and he is an expert in the law. After a series of hearings, the Court granted my petition to seal those records. I have Tom Glasgow to thank for that. I would certainly hire Attorney Glasgow again or refer anyone to him who is in need of legal help. Thank you so much, Tom!

B.J. S

Marvelous Lawyer & Great Person

Working with Mr. Glasgow was a pleasure and a breeze. He is extremely professional and an expert in his work. He is not just a marvelous lawyer but also a great person who cares deeply about his clients! We were also very pleased with his staff and their promptness and professionalism.

Fatima

Researched Numerous Attorneys…I Recommend Glasgow & Olsson

When faced with an accidental, yet legal matter this past year, I researched numerous attorneys in the Chicagoland area. In the end, I chose Glasgow and Olsson to handle my case. Probably the best move I could have made. Thomas Glasgow and his team were extremely professional and capable in their craft. Glasgow and Olsson did not disappoint and proved once again that it pays to do your homework. I would recommend Glasgow and Olsson to anyone looking for representation in a legal matter.

Scott G.

They Aren’t Just Legal Representation

The law office of Mr. Glasgow and his partner Stephanie Olsson went above and beyond our expectations. Their patience and knowledge is incredible. Not only were they able to help us with our situation they did it with integrity and our well being in mind above all else. From the first visit we knew we had made the best choice in legal representation. If you take your life, problem, situation or however serious it may be I highly suggest you go with their law office. They aren’t just legal representation they are caring and grounded human beings that will stop at nothing to win for you! I cannot express my gratitude enough! I am very thankful we met them and will always stick with them if any legal representation is needed!

Omar