CIF Eligibility & Transfer Appeals
Navigating CIF Rules with Strategy and Precision
When a student-athlete’s eligibility is questioned, the consequences reach far beyond the game. At California Sports Law, we represent families, athletes, and schools in CIF Section and State-level eligibility appeals involving transfer denials, hardship requests, and alleged athletic motivation under Bylaw 510.
We understand the urgency and emotional weight of these cases — and we approach each one with a disciplined, evidence-driven strategy.
Common CIF Issues We Handle
Athletically Motivated Transfer Allegations under CIF Bylaw 510
Hardship and Medical Waiver Requests
Valid Change of Residence (VCOR) Disputes
Limited and Unlimited Eligibility Appeals
CIF Section and State-Level Hearings
Coaching and School Affiliation Concerns
Investigations and Written Submissions Before Section Offices
Our Approach
Eligibility appeals are not just about filling out forms — they’re about building a defensible record. We help families:
Review and interpret CIF bylaws and Section procedures.
Gather and organize documentation to establish valid hardship or relocation.
Draft effective written statements and appeal packets.
Prepare for hearings before the Section or State offices.
Every case is treated like a legal brief: supported by facts, grounded in CIF precedent, and aligned with procedural fairness.