What Clients Say
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Thoughts from administrators, attorneys, and other professionals who have worked with Jackie
I have learned so much from Jackie. I really appreciate her perspective. Especially because she understands the K12 environment and has a really common-sense approach to implementing the complicated and cumbersome Title IX and related regulations—which to a layperson is so helpful.
Every time our team works with Jackie, whether it's through one of her training sessions or using her as a decision-maker on a case, we learn something new and grow our skills in our own civil rights practice. Jackie cares about getting it right, and the level of analysis she provides is impeccable, bar none.
Jackie is amazing. As a fellow attorney, I have attended her Title IX trainings and I have consulted with her on many Title IX cases over the past several years. I do not hesitate to refer my K-12 school clients to her when they need a specialist in Title IX, whether as a Title IX coordinator, investigator, trainer or policy writer. There isn't anyone I trust more than Jackie when it comes to Title IX.
We retained Jackie Wernz as a liability expert in two cases, and her legal background set her apart. She understood what attorneys need from an expert and gave us clear, well-supported opinions grounded in the right standards. She was thorough, responsive, and credible throughout. Working with an expert who thinks like a lawyer made our work easier and our cases stronger. I would gladly work with her again.
Jackie is a go to person for complex cases, investigations, and training. Her expertise in ADA/504 and Title IX coupled with her experience in employment law and OCR makes her a valuable resource. In addition to her unique skill set, the way that she presents information in trainings, as well as when working with students, is so valuable because she is very approachable and has a way of presenting information in a way that is easy to understand so that people feel comfortable learning from her. When utilized as a Decision Maker for Title IX Hearings, her way of making the parties and advisors feel comfortable through such an intimidating process, while also maintaining compliance with the regulations, helps to make Title IX Hearings less daunting.
Jackie Gharapour Wernz is an outstanding Title IX trainer who makes a meaningful impact through her expertise, preparation, and ability to connect with her audience. Her presentations are not only informative, but also highly engaging. Attendees actively participate, ask thoughtful questions, and leave each session with a clear understanding of expectations and responsibilities.