Legal Services Directorate
The Legal Service Directorate is one of the directorates under the Office of the President.
The Director has the following duties and responsibilities:-
Coordinates the development of University policies and procedures;
Provides oral and written legal advice to decision-makers and administrators on legal issues affecting the University;
Identifies and advises the University on matters relating to new or amended legislations which may impact University policies and practices;
Represent the University in litigation before all courts and tribunals including in administrative and regulatory hearings;
Oversee the University’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies;
Negotiate, draft and review legal documents for the purpose of enhancing and protecting the University’s interests;
Use alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve or facilitate the resolution of disputes or potential disputes between the University and third parties;
Provide training on relevant legal topics affecting the University;
Retain and oversee all external counsel on behalf of the University.
And other related tasks.
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