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General Counsel

The Division of General Counsel provides Jackson State University with legal representation and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Welcome to General Counsel

Our mission

The Division of the General Counsel's mission is to efficiently, reliably, and professionally provide the University with legal representation based on knowledge of the law, sound reasoning, and impeccable integrity.

The General Counsel also seeks to ensure University compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, with an emphasis on minimizing the University's legal exposure.

Office
Division of General Counsel (OGC)
Office Location
Administration Tower, 8th Floor
Fax
(601) 979-9277
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 17239, Jackson, MS 39217–0280
What We Do

Core functions of the Division

OGC provides legal representation, ensures compliance, reviews contracts, and processes public records requests for the University.

Legal Representation
Knowledge, reasoning & integrity
Efficient, reliable, and professional legal representation for Jackson State University — grounded in knowledge of the law, sound reasoning, and impeccable integrity.
Compliance
Federal, state & local laws
Ensuring University compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, with an emphasis on minimizing the University's legal exposure.
Contracts
Contract review & execution
Legal review and execution support for University contracts. Visit the Contracts page for review procedures and submission guidance.
Public Records
Records request processing
Receiving and processing requests for public records under Mississippi public records law. Policy and form available below.
Public Records Requests

Request public records

Public Records Policy

Review the policy & download the request form

Submit a public records request to Jackson State University using the official form (August 2024 publication). Review the policy before submitting to understand the process and timelines.

Quick Resources

Key documents & pages

Public Records Request Policy (PDF)
JSU's official policy for public records requests — August 2024 publication.
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Public Records Request Form (PDF)
Official records request form — complete and submit to OGC. August 2024 publication.
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JSU Policy Directory
The complete directory of JSU institutional policies.
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IHL Policies & Bylaws (PDF)
Mississippi Board of Trustees policies and bylaws governing all state universities.
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OGC Staff
Meet the General Counsel staff — attorneys and administrative team.
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Need to reach General Counsel?

For public records requests, contract questions, or other legal matters, contact OGC directly.

Get in Touch

Contact General Counsel

Office Location
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Administration Tower — 8th Floor
Jackson, MS 39217
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 17239
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS 39217–0280
Phone & Fax
Phone: (601) 979-3950
Fax: (601) 979-9277
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