Frequently Asked Questions

No. The University Counsel represents the University and its interests. We are not in a position to represent employees or students for personal matters.

No. Only the General Counsel may retain outside counsel for matters related to the University.

The attorney client-privilege relationship is to ensure confidentiality between the communications of the attorney and their client(s) as it relates to legal advice. This information is protected from disclosure by common law to third parties in legal proceedings.

If a document is being served to your office, do not sign for it. Instead, direct the process server to our office in Maryland Hall, the Office of the President, or dial (804) 289-8100. Alternatively, if you receive a legal document by mail, please notify our office immediately and send it to us for review.

All contracts relating to the University must be entered into ESM Solutions, our contract management system. The system will assign an appropriate workflow depending on the nature of the contract to begin the approval process. Agreements, leases, memoranda of understanding ("MOU"), agreements, and letters of intent constitute contracts and must also be uploaded into ESM. For additional information, click here to view the Contract Management Policy, and click here to view the Delegation of Contract Approval and Signature Authority. 

Notary services are available in connection with University business. Please contact Jasleen Singh, Senior Paralegal, at 804-289-8717 or email jsingh2@richmond.edu for additional information.

Immigration Officials on Campus:

The University of Richmond is committed to protecting the privacy of its students, faculty, and staff while meeting its legal obligations to provide certain information to government agencies. If an agent of a federal or state law enforcement agency approaches you at home or on campus seeking information about a University student, faculty, or staff member, ask the individual for his/her business card and badge. Ask the individual if they have a search warrant or subpoena. If a search warrant is presented to search University premises or records, ask to make a copy of the warrant and immediately contact Shannon Sinclair, VP & General Counsel, at 804-287-6683 or Dave McCoy, AVP for Public Safety and Chief of Police, at 804-221-5902. Do not attempt to stop the search once you are presented with the warrant and the law enforcement official has shown their identification. If the individual does not have a search warrant, contact Shannon Sinclair or Dave McCoy and they will ensure appropriate follow-up with the law enforcement agent.

Legal Representation:

If you are a faculty or staff member and need to engage an immigration attorney, please contact:

Geraldine Sullivan
Chief Human Resources Officer
geraldine.sullivan@richmond.edu
804-287-8747

If you are a student and need to engage an immigration attorney, please contact the Office of International Education:

Krittika Onsanit
Director, International Student & Scholar Services
konsanit@richmond.edu 
804-287-6499

or 

Diana Trinh 
International Student Advisor
dtrinh@richmond.edu
804-484-1458

For additional immigration-related FAQ’s, please click here.

Code of Virginia

The Code of Virginia is that statutory law of Virginia and is comprised of the codified legislation for the Virginia General Assembly.

Virginia Administrative Code

The Virginia Administrative Code contains the permanent regulations for the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Legal Aid

The Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS) is a non-profit law firm providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals in civil cases.