Won U.S. District Courts

E.W. v. French

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Summary

Two high school students, their parents, and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington filed a federal lawsuit against Vermont officials for discriminating against students and denying them a tuition benefit because they attend a religious high school.

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December 1st, 2022
After 20 years of religious discrimination, families win settlement against Vermont officials
February 25th, 2022
Vermont family, Diocese of Burlington sue over denial of tuition benefit

Case Documents

Court

Title

Date

Trial Court

Stipulation for dismissal with prejudice

11/30/2022

Trial Court

2/24/2022

Additional Resources

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Case Profiles

Paul Schmitt

Former Legal Counsel

Paul Schmitt served as legal counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, where he was a member of the Center for Christian Ministries.