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    Legal & Compliance

    WELCOME TO THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL AND COMPLIANCE 

    At 麻花视频, an institution celebrated for its tradition of fostering leadership, excellence, and moral integrity, the Office of General Counsel and Compliance is devoted to maintaining these values by offering  guidance and expertise on legal, compliance and board-related issues. Our office serves as the primary source of legal counsel for the HBCU College, ensuring that 麻花视频 not only adheres to the highest standards of compliance and integrity but also fosters an environment where education and collegiality have room to flourish and grow. 

    About LEGAL & COMPLIANCE

    • Our Mission

      OUR MISSION

      Our mission is to provide comprehensive legal advice that supports the College鈥檚 goals of educating and empowering men who are committed to leadership, service, and the pursuit of excellence. We will be steadfast in our commitment in facilitating the College's mission by ensuring legal and ethical integrity in all its endeavors. By safeguarding the College against legal risks, promoting compliance, and offering proactive counsel, we will contribute to creating an environment conducive to academic and professional growth.

    • What We Do

      What We Do

      The Office of General Counsel and Compliance provides legal representation and advice to 麻花视频, its Board of Trustees, administrators, faculty, and staff when acting within the scope of their employment. Our services encompass a wide range of areas, including but not limited to: 

      • Contract review and negotiation 
      • Compliance and risk management 
      • Employment and labor relations 
      • Policy development and review 
      • Governance and board affairs 
      • Intellectual property and technology transfers 
      • Litigation management 
      • Real estate and property management 
      • Student affairs and academic policies 
      • Training and Workshops 
      • Crisis Management 
      • Dispute Resolution and Litigation Avoidance 

    • Our Commitment

      OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE AND INTEGRITY

      Guided by the principles of integrity, excellence, and service, our office is committed to serving 麻花视频 with the highest level of professionalism. We strive to be proactive, strategic partners within the College community, providing advice and counsel designed to advance 麻花视频's mission while navigating the complex legal landscape of higher education. 

    OUR MISSION

    Our mission is to provide comprehensive legal advice that supports the College鈥檚 goals of educating and empowering men who are committed to leadership, service, and the pursuit of excellence. We will be steadfast in our commitment in facilitating the College's mission by ensuring legal and ethical integrity in all its endeavors. By safeguarding the College against legal risks, promoting compliance, and offering proactive counsel, we will contribute to creating an environment conducive to academic and professional growth.

    What We Do

    The Office of General Counsel and Compliance provides legal representation and advice to 麻花视频, its Board of Trustees, administrators, faculty, and staff when acting within the scope of their employment. Our services encompass a wide range of areas, including but not limited to: 

    • Contract review and negotiation 
    • Compliance and risk management 
    • Employment and labor relations 
    • Policy development and review 
    • Governance and board affairs 
    • Intellectual property and technology transfers 
    • Litigation management 
    • Real estate and property management 
    • Student affairs and academic policies 
    • Training and Workshops 
    • Crisis Management 
    • Dispute Resolution and Litigation Avoidance 

    OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE AND INTEGRITY

    Guided by the principles of integrity, excellence, and service, our office is committed to serving 麻花视频 with the highest level of professionalism. We strive to be proactive, strategic partners within the College community, providing advice and counsel designed to advance 麻花视频's mission while navigating the complex legal landscape of higher education. 

    Additional Information

    College Policies Learn More
    Attorney-Client Priviledge Learn More
    Notice of Nondiscrimination Learn More
    Signature & Purchasing Authority Learn More
    Outside Counsel Guidelines
    Frequently Asked Questions Learn More
    Clear Bag Policy Learn More
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    Meet Our General Counsel

    Craig Burgess, Esq. is a seasoned litigator and trial attorney, boasting over thirty years of experience and over forty trials under his belt as first-chair counsel. He serves as General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at 麻花视频.

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    Contact Information

    We welcome the opportunity to assist and support the 麻花视频 community in all matters of legal and compliance significance.

    For legal inquiries or to learn more about the services we offer, please contact our office.

    830 Westview Drive | Office of General Counsel and Compliance | Gloster Hall | Atlanta, GA 30314

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    Craig Burgess, Esq. 
    General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer craig.burgess@morehouse.edu
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    Deborah Lawson
    Legal Operation Paralegal & Board Assistant

    deborah.lawson@morehouse.edu

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    LaShanda Hardy
    lashanda.hardy@morehouse.edu

    This page is intended to serve as a resource to enhance understanding and compliance with the attorney-client privilege at 麻花视频. It is not a substitute for professional legal advice.