Meet our Leadership
PATRICK MATHIS, J.D., L.L.M., M.B.A.
Patrick Mathis is the Co-Founder & Managing Member of Title IX Solutions, LLC with over 40 years of legal experience. Having advised clients on a wide variety of legal issues, he is deeply aware of the broad implications Title IX incidents may have on victims, alleged assailants, and educational institutions. With that understanding, he works with Title IX Coordinators, general counsel, and TIXS team members to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing sexual harassment promptly and equitably. Patrick is a training instructor for TIXS, specializing in Title IX Regulations, compliance, and issues related to sexual assault affecting students studying abroad. He also coordinates internal training involving federal Title IX requirements, state sexual harassment laws, and related areas. Patrick is a founding shareholder of Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. (MM&R), a law firm based in Southern Illinois and St. Louis, Missouri. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees at Illinois College in Jacksonville, Illinois, currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board of the Illinois Supreme Court, and is a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel.
THOMAS A. DENTON
Title IX Solutions Co-Founder & Director of Investigations with over 31 years of law enforcement experience and 17 years as a licensed private detective. In 2005, he founded Tactical Investigations, LLC and has been a licensed private detective for over 17 years. Tom has extensive experience investigating child sexual assaults and Title IX violations, including an investigation at a top-tier midwestern university which involved hazing incidents, sexual harassment, and an alcohol fatality as well as a high-profile investigation into the gang rape of a student at a private nationally-ranked university.
ADRIENNE MATHIS
Title IX Solutions Executive Director works one-on-one with Title IX Coordinators at client universities to interpret federal and state sexual harassment statutes and advises universities on best practices for implementing the Regulations. She works closely with TIXS professional investigators, hearing officers, informal resolution facilitators, and advisors to facilitate the provision of Title IX services to client universities. Adrienne occasionally works with student victims of sexual harassment to explain their rights under Title IX when non-client institutions may inadequately respond. Adrienne audits and drafts sexual misconduct policies for colleges, creates guidebooks and templates for Title IX administrators, and designs training programs for Title IX personnel. As a partner of TIXS, Adrienne collaborates with company co-founders to identify barriers to proper implementation of Title IX and expand service offerings to further establish best practices in a way that is attainable for institutions and trauma-informed for parties.
SUSANNA MURPHY, J.D.
Susanna Murphy is Title IX Solutions Lead Investigator. She began her work as an independent Title IX advisor and investigator after 20 years of legal experience, first as a trial attorney and then as an investigator, in the criminal justice system. Susanna has served as an advisor for both complainants and respondents and as an independent investigator. She has also testified as an expert witness on Title IX investigations. Susanna has provided comprehensive Title IX training on behalf of Title IX Solutions for institutions across the United States and provided sexual misconduct prevention programming to private secondary schools and organizations. Throughout her career, Susanna has made respect, discretion, and objectivity as her top priorities in every Title IX case. She is mindful of the sensitive nature of these kinds of allegations and is skilled at making parties and witnesses as comfortable as possible while discussing topics of a very personal and sensitive nature.
CARA KUHN
Cara Kuhn is the Training Coordinator at Title IX Solutions, where she leads the development and implementation of comprehensive training programs. With a strong focus on creating engaging and impactful learning experiences, Cara collaborates closely with clients to understand their institution’s unique challenges and tailor training solutions to meet those needs. Her approach ensures that every program not only complies with legal requirements but also fosters a culture of inclusivity and respect.