Augusta University`s legal office advises on a variety of topics, including contracts, labor and discretionary matters, inventions, copyright and other intellectual property rights, and risk management. In addition to providing legal advice to the University, other areas of responsibility of the Legal Department include the interpretation and advice of guidelines, the administration of the University`s complaint and dispute resolution procedures, the review of contracts and, in cooperation with the Attorney General, the management of actual or imminent legal disputes in which the University is involved. The Office of Legal Affairs is also available to offer training and information programs on legal issues that apply to University units. The approval process and management system of the Policy Advisory Group (PAG) is Augusta University`s policy policy. The PAG, under the direction of the OLA, consists of people from across the university to ensure representation and input from a variety of perspectives, including academic affairs, finance, human resources, student affairs, faculty senate, and institutions, among others. For more information about creating and enforcing policies, see the policy policy. There is regular communication with the academic community through Jagwire about newly adopted policies and other related information. To report incidents of sexual harassment or retaliation, faculty members should contact the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs. classified personnel may contact the EEO/AA representative or the Human Resources Department; and students may contact the Vice-President of Student Affairs or the Director of Student Affairs.
They receive complaints of sexual harassment from members of the Augusta University community, explain Augusta University`s procedures, and can refer people to appropriate resources. If your situation allows, you can address your complaint directly to your supervisor, manager or department head. They can help you bring the matter to the attention of the head of Augusta University. However, a complainant is not required to report directly to his or her immediate supervisor, but may report the situation directly to the appropriate person mentioned above. Faculty complaints are dealt with in accordance with the faculty`s complaint procedure, which can be found in the faculty manual. Student complaints will be dealt with in accordance with the procedures set out in Appendix E of the Student Handbook. Madeline Mitchell Wills, an accomplished lawyer with experience in health care and corporate law, has been appointed General Counsel of Augusta University Health System, effective January 18. Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are legal obligations that prohibit the publication of certain information, such as proprietary research, health and education records, etc. Unless you have expressed the written permission of the President of Augusta University to sign an agreement on behalf of Augusta University, you may not sign agreements on behalf of the University or the Board of Regents. Please read the following information for more information. If you have any further questions about signing authority, please contact the Office of Legal Affairs at (706) 721-4018. The information contained on this website is intended for use by Augusta University.
The forms or documents provided are not intended for legal advice. The Office of Legal Affairs does not provide legal advice to administrators, faculty, staff or students in their individual roles. Staff and students should generally consult with their supervisor or faculty member before contacting the legal department. Augusta University is strongly committed to ensuring that its learning and working environment is free from discrimination and harassment. Any member of the university community can report complaints of sexual harassment and discrimination. Does the Office of Legal Affairs provide personal legal services to students and employees? As General Counsel of AU Health, Wills will lead the Office of Legal Affairs as Legal Director and will be responsible for developing and implementing legal strategies that support the mission and vision of the health system. Several administrative units at Augusta University, formerly known as shared services, support both the university and the health system. The Office of Legal Affairs is responsible for the management and implementation of the Higher Education Policy and Policy Library. With the support of the Policy Advisory Group (OLA), the Office of Audit and Compliance, and the Communications and Marketing Division, the Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) supports the AU`s policy approval process and management system. Policies for Augusta University Health are administered by the AU Health System Legal Affairs Office. Our commitment is consistent with AU Health`s Declaration of Non-Discrimination, which allows access regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, religion, marital status, citizenship, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation and/or any other classification protected by law.
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Legal Affairs is the only source of university-level policy and information on how to draft and review policies. What should I do if a lawyer contacts me and/or if I receive a legal document relating to my assignments at Augusta University? The use or possession of alcoholic beverages on campus and events sponsored by off-campus institutions must at all times comply with federal, state and local laws governing the use, manufacture, distribution, possession, sale and transportation of alcoholic beverages.