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Profile
Phil provides general counseling and representation to colleges and universities throughout the United States on a variety of legal issues.
In particular, Phil has experience with issues involving higher education institutional records and data privacy and confidentiality, including:
representing numerous institutions in connection with federal and state regulatory compliance investigations and reviews;
reviewing internal information systems policies and procedures regarding data security and “acceptable use” of information;
reviewing the design of information systems and policies which address data confidentiality under FERPA and other statutory requirements;
dealing with the management of legal and public relations consequences of inadvertent disclosures of personally identifiable information;
providing counseling on internal remedial measures; and
coordinating required filings and disclosures.
Honors & Affiliations
Listed in:
The Best Lawyers in America ® 2020, Sports Law (listed for more than 5 years)
New York State Bar Association, Business Law Section
National Association of College and University Attorneys
Representative Presentations
An Interview with Philip Zaccheo, Higher Education , Legally Bond Podcast, August 16, 2021"The Lawyer’s Role in Cost Cutting Measures and Revenue Generating Activity in a Time of Budget Restraint," National Association of College and University Attorneys, March 11, 2021
When Tradition and Climate Collide: Statues, Monuments and Building Names on College and University Campuses”, National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference, June 26, 2019
"Attorney-Client Privilege in the Committee Setting," National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference, June 24, 2014
Other Activities
Editorial Board, Journal of College and University Law
Board Chair, Advisory Board, Syracuse Area Salvation Army
National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference Organizing Committee
Articles
Departments of Education and Justice Issue Guidance with Respect to Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard
Race in Admissions after Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard
Department of Education Announces Delay in Release of New Title IX Regulations
U.S. District Court Holds that Visual Room Scan Prior to Online Exam Violates the Fourth Amendment
Department of Education Releases Proposed Changes to Title IX Regulations
Assessing the Evolving Impact of Victim Rights Law Center et al v. Cardona on College and University Title IX Procedures
New HEERF Guidance Adds Flexibility, Extends Time Period for Institutions’ Costs and Lost Revenue
Federal Government to Issue Additional COVID-19 Guidance for Colleges and Universities
Additional Relief for Higher Education
New Guidance from IRS on Treatment of CARES Act Payments to Students
State Attorneys General Bring Challenges Against New Title IX Regulations
Final Title IX Regulations Released
Strict Reporting Requirements and Taxability Information for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students
Expecting the Expected: The Title IX Final Rule
Proposed Title IX Regulations Would Necessitate Extensive Changes to Institutional Policies and Practices
New NCAA Legislation Necessitates Changes to Institutional Employment Agreements
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy: New York State Department of Financial Services to Implement Regulations Applicable to All Entities Regulated under the Insurance Law, including some Colleges, Universities, and Charitable and Religious Organizations
Events and Webinars
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity for Higher Education Institutions - Complimentary Webinar Series
Higher Education Crisis Management Planning: Steps You Should Take Today to Prepare for Tomorrow’s Crisis
The Heightened Interest in Strategic Alliances in Higher Education - Webinar
Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II: Questions and Answers - Complimentary Webinar
Executive Order on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – What Does Compliance Really Require? - Complimentary Webinar
Executive Order on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – What Does Compliance Really Require? (Client Only)
Top IX Takeaways from the Title IX Regulations - Complimentary Webinar
Five Bond Attorneys Will Present at the National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference
Profile
Phil provides general counseling and representation to colleges and universities throughout the United States on a variety of legal issues.
In particular, Phil has experience with issues involving higher education institutional records and data privacy and confidentiality, including:
representing numerous institutions in connection with federal and state regulatory compliance investigations and reviews;
reviewing internal information systems policies and procedures regarding data security and “acceptable use” of information;
reviewing the design of information systems and policies which address data confidentiality under FERPA and other statutory requirements;
dealing with the management of legal and public relations consequences of inadvertent disclosures of personally identifiable information;
providing counseling on internal remedial measures; and
coordinating required filings and disclosures.
Honors & Affiliations
Listed in:
The Best Lawyers in America ® 2020, Sports Law (listed for more than 5 years)
New York State Bar Association, Business Law Section
National Association of College and University Attorneys
Representative Presentations
An Interview with Philip Zaccheo, Higher Education , Legally Bond Podcast, August 16, 2021"The Lawyer’s Role in Cost Cutting Measures and Revenue Generating Activity in a Time of Budget Restraint," National Association of College and University Attorneys, March 11, 2021
When Tradition and Climate Collide: Statues, Monuments and Building Names on College and University Campuses”, National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference, June 26, 2019
"Attorney-Client Privilege in the Committee Setting," National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference, June 24, 2014
Other Activities
Editorial Board, Journal of College and University Law
Board Chair, Advisory Board, Syracuse Area Salvation Army
National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference Organizing Committee
Articles
Departments of Education and Justice Issue Guidance with Respect to Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard
Race in Admissions after Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard
Department of Education Announces Delay in Release of New Title IX Regulations
U.S. District Court Holds that Visual Room Scan Prior to Online Exam Violates the Fourth Amendment
Department of Education Releases Proposed Changes to Title IX Regulations
Assessing the Evolving Impact of Victim Rights Law Center et al v. Cardona on College and University Title IX Procedures
New HEERF Guidance Adds Flexibility, Extends Time Period for Institutions’ Costs and Lost Revenue
Federal Government to Issue Additional COVID-19 Guidance for Colleges and Universities
Additional Relief for Higher Education
New Guidance from IRS on Treatment of CARES Act Payments to Students
State Attorneys General Bring Challenges Against New Title IX Regulations
Final Title IX Regulations Released
Strict Reporting Requirements and Taxability Information for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students
Expecting the Expected: The Title IX Final Rule
Proposed Title IX Regulations Would Necessitate Extensive Changes to Institutional Policies and Practices
New NCAA Legislation Necessitates Changes to Institutional Employment Agreements
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy: New York State Department of Financial Services to Implement Regulations Applicable to All Entities Regulated under the Insurance Law, including some Colleges, Universities, and Charitable and Religious Organizations
Events and Webinars
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity for Higher Education Institutions - Complimentary Webinar Series
Higher Education Crisis Management Planning: Steps You Should Take Today to Prepare for Tomorrow’s Crisis
The Heightened Interest in Strategic Alliances in Higher Education - Webinar
Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II: Questions and Answers - Complimentary Webinar
Executive Order on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – What Does Compliance Really Require? - Complimentary Webinar
Executive Order on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – What Does Compliance Really Require? (Client Only)
Top IX Takeaways from the Title IX Regulations - Complimentary Webinar
Five Bond Attorneys Will Present at the National Association of College and University Attorneys Annual Conference
