The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal counsel, representation, research and opinions to the Board of Trustees, College President, Cabinet, and all other areas of the College as appropriate, including management of all litigation matters brought by or against the College. The office is also responsible for maintaining college-wide standards for contract administration and regulatory compliance. In addition to assisting the College President with matters related to the operation and actions of the District Board of Trustees, the General Counsel (GC) provides the following specific services:

• Represent the College, when necessary and appropriate, before external agencies in compliance and regulatory reviews and complaints;
• Draft, negotiate, and approve College contracts and agreements prior to execution;
• Manage and monitor litigation and supervise outside counsel of the College in all matters brought by or against the College;
• Establish and monitor standard contract administration procedures and policies;
• Interpret and apply relevant Federal, State, and Local legislative and regulatory laws and regulations pertaining to College initiatives;
• Provide legal opinions and advice on specialized matters including intellectual property, copyright, civil rights, real estate, construction and development, telecommunications, aviation, and Federal and State regulatory compliance;
• Provide counsel and opinion on matters involving the Florida ethics laws;
• Offer assistance and advice in ensuring compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations such as those relating to procurement, discrimination, employment, and collective bargaining matters, as needed;
• Provide legal counsel and support to Florida Community College at Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. and related organizations;
• Provide counsel and guidance for insurance related and risk management matters;
• Maintain legal records of the College including, but not limited to, District Board of Trustees agreements, resolutions, and real estate documents;
• Develop and maintain standard College policies and procedures;
• Coordinate responses to subpoenas/court orders, public records, and other requests.