42 CFR §93.505

1. (a)The parties to the appeal are the respondent and ORI. The investigating institution is not a party to the case unless it is a respondent.
2. (b)Except as otherwise limited by this subpart, the parties may:
   1. (1)Be accompanied, represented, and advised by an attorney;
   2. (2)Participate in any case-related conference held by the ALJ; and
   3. (3)File motions or briefs in writing before the ALJ.
3. (c)The parties have no right to discovery before the ALJ.