The Mountain West Conference has found itself embroiled in a contentious legal battle regarding the eligibility of a transgender athlete, Fleming, to compete in collegiate women’s sports. The conference hired law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher (WFG) to both conduct an investigation into the allegations against Fleming and to defend its position in court. This dual role has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and has sparked debates over the impartiality of the legal process. Advocacy groups and legal experts are divided on the implications of this arrangement, with some arguing that it could compromise the integrity of the investigation and the legal defense. Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Education is conducting a Title IX investigation into SJSU’s handling of Fleming’s case, as the athlete’s participation in women’s sports raises significant legal and policy questions. The Mountain West Conference, however, maintains that it is not subject to Title and has emphasized that the investigation and litigation are distinct processes. As the situation unfolds, all parties involved have opted to avoid public commentary, citing ongoing legal processes and investigations. The outcome of these developments could have significant implications for the future of transgender athletes in collegiate sports, potentially setting a new legal precedent for the treatment of such individuals in higher education.