The Office of University Counsel provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Regents, the President and other administrators in their capacity as agents conducting University business. The attorneys in the office do not provide legal services to faculty, staff or students in their personal matters. Students with personal legal issues should contact the Office of Student Legal Services.
The OUC does not provide legal advice to UNM community members in connection with personal legal affairs or questions. However, the Resources page contains information about organizations that provide such services. The information presented on this site is for informational purposes only does not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship.
General Practice Areas by University Counsel
Attorneys of the OUC
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Mission
Our mission is to facilitate transactions; to prevent legal problems and solve those that occur; to provide advice and representation; and to educate as to the laws, policies, and procedures applicable to UNM's operations; all in order to help the University fulfill its goals of teaching, research, and service.
