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Our Vision

Our vision for the Office of Legal Affairs at The Ohio State University is that we support the mission and values of the university by providing high-quality, innovative legal services.

Whom we can help

The Office of Legal Affairs provides legal advice and representation to The Ohio State University, to its constituent units and affiliated entities, and to its trustees, officers, employees, and student leaders while acting on the university's behalf. Each of the lawyers in the Office of Legal Affairs is appointed as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio in addition to his or her university job title.

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What we can provide

Our services include advice and counsel on all matters having legal significance for the university, contract review, legal workshops and educational programs. The Office of Legal Affairs provides oversight of all litigation including cases assigned to special counsel appointed by the Attorney General for the State of Ohio.

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Our Values

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Partnership

We work closely and thoughtfully with university leaders, the Attorney General’s Office and our community and industry partners to advance the mission, vision and strategy of the university – we’re highly responsive and collaborative legal experts.

 

Innovation

We are innovative thinkers that promote and foster creativity in higher education, business and legal strategy. We are known for striking the right balance between sound legal guidance, conventional wisdom and next level innovation.

 

Expertise

We produce high-quality work in a way and on a timeline to achieve university goals. We serve as leaders in our field, providing our experience and knowledge to the university and collaborating with peers in our university system and across the country.

 

Integrity

Our work supports the university’s efforts to meet its regulatory obligations, respond appropriately to concerns, and to hold others and ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and exemplify the university values.

 

Developing People

We are a place to have a meaningful and rewarding career, to grow and develop both personally and professionally. We foster an inclusive environment that attracts and develops top talent. We support our professionals and provide experiences to allow them to continue to be challenged, as they work on novel and groundbreaking projects for the institution.