The General Counsel serves as the legal advisor to the University and represents the University in all legal matters.
The Office of the General Counsel assists the University community by providing a wide variety of legal services. These include:
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- Advising University administrators, faculty, and staff on regulatory compliance and other legal aspects of their professional duties
- Representing the University in litigation before federal and state courts and administrative agencies
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts between the University and other entities
- Reviewing legal documents and correspondence
- Monitoring University compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements
- Working with outside counsel representing the University in legal proceedings
- Providing training on applicable legal issues
- Assisting in formulating and/or reviewing University policies and procedures
Training Sessions
In addition to providing legal services to the University community, the Office of General Counsel may offer seminars on a wide range of legal subjects and assists departments in designing and implementing policies and procedures.
Student and Employee Services
The Office of General Counsel cannot provide legal advice to students or employees about personal legal issues or to persons with claims adverse to the University. Students requiring legal advice should contact Student Legal Services located in the MLK Jr. University Union Room 3620.