Requesting Legal Advice

PROCEDURE FOR REQUESTING LEGAL ADVICE

All requests for legal advice should be made by submitting a Request for Legal Advice Form.

Requests for legal services and legal advice should be made by the relevant executive, academic or administrative area and should always be directed to this Office. Outside/external legal firms are not to be approached without the prior approval of the University Counsel. Legal accounts must also be directed to the University Counsel. It is preferred that requests be in writing so that complete, accurate information is provided at the outset of the matter. Initial requests should include copies of relevant background documentation, required time frame, and any other relevant information. 

CHECKLIST  

 Please make sure the following information has been considered before requesting a Legal Office lawyer to look at your draft Contract/Agreement:

• has the Executive Officer/Business Manager checked through the draft document;
• provide relevant background to the draft contract/agreement;
• are Researchers satisfied/aware of IP Clauses; and
• are there any specific issues you have with the contract/agreement?
• have you seen the Risk Management Tool? click here