Boston public schools ombudsman

Sign In. Search Our Site. Search Input. Boston Public Schools. Ombudsperson Advocating for Your Child. Office of the Ombudsperson. The Ombudsperson serves as an objective and neutral party tasked with listening and investigating complaints within the Boston Public School system.

The Ombudsperson is a central point of contact and resource for parents and other members of the community who have concerns related to our schools and the District. The Ombudsperson represents the Superintendent in matters of concern. Contact the State Commission Against Discrimination by calling The Litigation Division defends the City in cases of civil lawsuits. We handle the entire process, from complaint through trial and disposition. We work on a number of civil cases, including:.

We work in federal, state, and administrative courts. We handle about 1, cases each year. Our experience and high standard of ethics let us achieve positive case outcomes. Attorneys in this division work as both in-house counsel and litigators.

We advise the Mayor and City departments on municipal laws, and offer legal advice on policies and incentives. We handle claims against the City by individuals or companies. We try to work with the person filing the claim to get a solution to avoid going to court.

If we do have to go to court, we'll represent the City of Boston. If you want to file a claim, you have to start the process with the City Clerk. We do not process claims. Learn how to file a claim. You can check the status if you've already filed a claim. Call us at This division files claims and lawsuits to recover money paid to injured police officers and firefighters in cases related to Mass General Law Chapter We try to resolve claims out of court, but we file formal lawsuits when we need to.

We also file claims or lawsuits when someone damages City property because of their own negligence. If you are an attorney looking for information about a claim or lawsuit, you can contact the Affirmative Recovery Division at The Tax Title Division helps the City collect property taxes.

We work with the Land Court to move cases forward and get a judgment. Select a School Select a School. Sign In. Search Our Site. Search Input. Boston Public Schools. Resources for BPS Families.