General Counsel

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General Counsel
The candidate serves as the chief legal officer to the University, the Chancellor, administrative officers, faculty, and staff when acting within the course and scope of their employment. Leads a staff of legal professionals that provide legal counsel in the practice areas of governance; academic and student affairs; employment law; research; intellectual property; disputes, enforcement and emergencies; facilities, finance, procurement and business contracts; open government laws, constitutional law and health affairs; athletics, and direct support organizations. Plays a key role in coordinating with the University Medical Center on legal matters, working closely with its General Counsel. Providing legal representation to the university in all legal matters, including interpreting laws and regulations and directing litigation. Interacting with and representing the university’s interests to external agencies of the City of Oxford, state and federal government, including state and federal courts. Supervising the associate and assistant general counsels and support staff and coordinating and supervising outside legal counsel in all assigned litigation and in other legal matters. Participating in the definition and development of policies, procedures, and programs and provide continuing legal counsel and guidance on all matters. Advising senior leaders on a broad range of federal, state, and local regulatory and compliance matters. Actively participating in executive level meetings related to the future direction of the university. Advising on the legal aspects of student activities including student discipline, admissions, financial aid, housing, athletics, and student conduct.

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