The 办公室 of University Counsel (UC) is responsible for the provision of legal services to the University in conformity with state law, and the uniform legal policies set by the Attorney General of Virginia. UC represents the University in civil proceedings and provides advice and counsel in connection with the University's activities and transactions.

Some of the services our office provides as related to University business are:

法律 advice on court papers and subpoenas

Conflict of Interest training (COIA) and Certificate of Completion form

Counter potential lawsuits and grievances

Assistance to the University FOIA 办公室r with FOIA requests

Review and revision of contracts for outsourced services