Weather Update
Due to the storm, Barnard College will close at 4pm today, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.
Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information.
Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed. The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open. For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS.
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The General Counsel serves as the College's chief legal officer, and performs the following functions:
- provides general legal counsel to the President, the College's other officers, and the Board of Trustees, and advises on the legal ramifications of College policy and decision-making.
- performs the traditional functions associated with in-house counsel including the negotiation of contracts; advice on human resource matters; review of relevant state, federal and local laws and regulations, and provides the functions of a general-practice law.
- engages and supervises the work of outside law firms, taking into account both the nature of the services they can provide and the fees they charge. Once engaged, the General Counsel insures that services are provided in a manner that serves the College's interest.
The Office's objectives are to advance the mission of the Barnard College, and to provide useful and timely legal advice in support of that mission.
The materials on this site and related links are for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal advice. The Office of the General Counsel cannot provide legal advice to students or employees of Barnard College on personal matters.
If you have such questions, you should consult your personal counsel or contact the New York State Bar Association.
Disclaimer
The Office of the General Counsel represents Barnard College, not individual students, faculty or staff, except when legal issues arise as a result of actions taken during the course and scope of employment or while acting for the College.
This Web site is maintained by the Office of the General Counsel. If you have any questions regarding its content, please contact our office.
