The Office of the General Counsel represents UVM as an institutional client, the institution acting through its authorized officials, including the Board of Trustees, the President, the Provost and Senior Vice President, Vice Presidents, deans and directors, and other persons responsible for the management of academic and administrative units. The Office provides legal advice along a broad spectrum of issues affecting operation of the University. The Office is also exclusively responsible for engaging the services of outside law firms for specialized legal needs.
The Office of the General Counsel does not provide personal legal advice or representation to UVM administrators, faculty, students, or staff. If a lawsuit has been filed against you in your capacity as a UVM official or employee, however, you may be entitled to legal representation under the University Defense and Indemnification Policy and associated procedures.
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