Myanna Dellinger, M.Sc., JD (Coif), PhD

In contrast to most other attorneys who have never worked in academia themselves and approach tenure issues and other academic employment problems as regular contract or employment disputes, I have been a professor myself, rising through the ranks from being a visiting assistant professor of law to becoming tenured at a nationally ranked, ABA-accredited law school. More importantly, I had to fight for my own tenure after receiving unwarranted resistance from the university I worked for (albeit not the law school department). I know what it takes to see through a successful and fair fight from start to finish! I can help you maneuver the highly technical tenure application process, provide confidential representation to you only, and/or represent you openly towards your institution. I will help you obtain promotion, tenure, and/or severance packets if that is what you prefer.

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Myanna is licensed to practice law before California courts, but can render advice beyond state borders as well. If a suit needs to be filed, Myanna can and will affiliate with local counsel. Contact her for details.

As a former professor at both private and public law schools, I understand the financial pressures on professors. For this reason and because I specialize in this area of law and procedure, I offer both affordable and negotiable rates. I will travel to other states at reasonable cost and low rates. I offer affordable hourly rates.

A tenure lawyer helps professors navigate the complex tenure process, protect their rights, and resolve disputes with universities. Myanna provides guidance, legal advocacy, and support to ensure professors have the best chance of promotion and tenure success.

Yes. An academic attorney like Myanna can assist faculty facing promotion or tenure challenges, including unfair evaluations, procedural errors, or premature termination. She negotiates with institutions and represents professors confidentially or openly.

Yes. Myanna acts as a lawyer for university faculty and lawyer for college faculty nationwide, offering legal advice to professors regardless of location. While licensed in California, she can collaborate with other counsel if needed.

A higher education lawyer can handle tenure disputes, academic misconduct allegations, employment law issues, and policy compliance matters. Professors benefit from guidance on promotion, tenure, grievances, and broader faculty rights.

You can request a consultation with a professor attorney or attorney for professors. Myanna reviews your situation, advises on options, and develops a strategy to protect your career while navigating the tenure or academic employment process.