Office of University Counsel

University Counsel is responsible for the coordination and management of all legal matters affecting the University. This role is to advise the President and the University’s academic and administrative units regarding a wide range of legal issues related to contracts, regulatory compliance, administrative and employment law, intellectual property, data privacy, student conduct governance and more. Additionally, the University Counsel collaborates with the Connecticut Attorney General’s Office to represent the University and its agents in both judicial and administrative forums. The goal of University Counsel is to provide quality legal services promptly and effectively, and to assist in minimizing legal risks and costs efficiently, reliably, and professionally while supporting the University’s mission.

The Office of University Counsel is made up of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment that promotes transparency, fairness, and achievement for our entire community.