About

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) oversees all legal matters affecting the University, providing guidance, legal counsel, representation, research, and opinions to the University's Board of Trustees, President, Executive Leadership Team, and all other areas of the University as appropriate, including management of all litigation matters brought by or against the University.


General Legal Advice and Counsel

The Office of General Counsel provides general legal advice and counsel cover a broad range of support tailored to the university’s diverse needs.

  • Development, Charitable Giving, and Trusts & Estates
  • Finance, Investments, and Banking
  • General Employment Law and Employee Benefits 
  • General Contract and Purchasing
  • Institutional Governance
  • Intellectual Property
  • Litigation Management
  • Real Estate, Facilities, and Related Environmental Issues
  • Research Compliance
  • Student Affairs 

Explore our Areas of Practice

For all legal advice please contact us and a member of the team will reach out to you.

Our Mission

We support the University and its diverse community by offering prompt guidance for making informed decisions on all University-related matters.

  Find out more about what we do

 

Meet Our Team of Experts

Erika Robinson, Esq.
General Counsel
+1 (210) 9998382
Erika D. Robinson is a skilled education attorney specializing in legal strategy and counsel for K-12 school districts, higher education institutio...
Pamela Mota
Legal Operations Specialist
+1 (210) 9998906

Find what you need

University Policies

The Office of General Counsel provides expert guidance in the creation, implementation, and review of institutional policies, ensuring they comply with applicable laws and regulations while aligning with the university’s mission and values. 

The policy development process

Resources

The resources section is designed to provide accessible, reliable information on a wide range of legal topics relevant to our university community.  Our resources are continually updated to reflect current legal developments and institutional policies, ensuring that you have the most accurate and relevant information at your fingertips.

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Training 

The Office of General Counsel at Trinity University is dedicated to proactive risk management by offering training and access to webinars on relevant and timely legal topics. Through these efforts, we empower the Trinity community to make informed decisions that align with legal standards and the university’s values.

For more information
Email generalcounsel@trinity.edu

 

Disclaimer

The materials on the Office of General Counsel pages and related links are for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal advice. The General Counsel cannot provide individual legal advice to Trinity University students, faculty, or staff, except when legal issues arise due to actions taken during the course and scope of employment and/or while acting on behalf of the University.