Amy Houck Elco is a partner in Cooper Levenson’s Education Law Practice Group, based in the firm’s Atlantic City office. As lead attorney for numerous New Jersey school districts, Amy guides school board members, administrators, and school officials through the full spectrum of education law matters that impact schools on a daily basis.

She works closely with her clients to develop policies, procedures, and strategies that promote compliance and minimize risk. Amy regularly provides training for educators on new laws and requirements, offering practical, team-oriented solutions to help districts anticipate challenges and avoid disputes before they escalate into litigation. Known for her responsiveness, she is consistently available to provide prompt counsel and support—an approach that has earned her the trust of school officials statewide.

Amy’s background includes experience in healthcare compliance and public service. While in law school, she interned in the legal and HIPAA compliance offices of Magee Women’s Hospital, where she conducted employee seminars and helped design policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements. She also gained prosecutorial experience through an internship with the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office.