A recent poll conducted by the American Jewish Committee found that anti-semitism is on the rise. Unfortunately, the results of the poll suggest that today, people of the Jewish faith are more likely to be victims of violence or hate speech – and they may be unfairly targeted for their faith in school, too.

The United States of America prides itself on having a separation of church and state. If you feel that your education is being derailed or that you are being mistreated by your school's faculty or staff because of your religious beliefs, it's important to address the issue as soon as possible. Not doing so could result in a delay, or even a full-out stop, of your academic progress.

Q: What does it mean to be targeted for your faith?

Maybe you have been subjected to inappropriate jokes or comments about the Jewish faith. Perhaps your professors or fellow students even bully you about it. In some cases, this kind of issue can go so far as to result in unwarranted disciplinary actions or Code of Conduct violation allegations. If you are uncomfortable and feel that whatever issues you are having with your school are related to your faith and not your academic or non-academic record, you may be being targeted for your faith. A trusted Attorney-Advisor can help you determine whether your rights have been violated.

Q: What can you do if you are targeted for your faith?

There is a reason why the first amendment states, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” Our founding fathers wanted to create a place where everyone, regardless of their faith, had rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

That said, different institutions – public, private, religious, and secular schools – may have different rules in place when it comes to faith-based mistreatment or targeting. Having an Attorney-Advisor who can help you navigate your school's regulations and policies will help you better protect your rights – and address the issue through the proper channels so it can be resolved to your satisfaction.

Q: How can Attorney-Advisor Joseph D. Lento and the Lento Student Defense Team Help?

Attorney-AdvisorJoseph D. Lento and the Lento Student Defense Team are well-versed in school disciplinary issues of all kinds. They also have extensive experience in dealing with policies and procedures at high schools, colleges, and universities across the country.

If you feel like you've been unfairly targeted by anyone at your school for your Jewish faith – or have been notified that you are facing a baseless Code of Conduct violation or disciplinary action because you spoke up about it – you need to make sure your rights are protected. Attorney-Advisor Joseph D. Lento can and will fight on your behalf, better ensuring that any issues are properly adjudicated, so they don't derail your goals.

If you have been targeted for your Jewish faith, you may feel overwhelmed, angry – even scared. But with the right Attorney-Advisor by your side, you can fight any issues and come out stronger on the other side. Whether you are an undergraduate, graduate, or medical student, Attorney-Advisor Joseph D. Lento and his student defense team can ensure your rights are fully protected to the fullest extent of the law.

Call the Lento Law Firm at 888-535-3686, or contact them online to set up your consultation.