Office of the University Attorney Records,

Collection

Identifier: UA-5024

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Office of the University Attorney Records contain various legal and administrative documents pursuant to claims and litigation, such as contracts, correspondence, meeting minutes, transcripts, depositions, grievances, claim files, evidential files and budget information. This record group is comprised of many varying accessions which range between 1975 and 2001, though the bulk of the material is from 1986-1999. Due to the nature of the material and the subjects, the use of much of the material is restricted.

Dates

1986-2008
Majority of material found in 1998 - 1998

Creator

Appalachian State University. Office of the University Attorney (Organization)

Access Restrictions

Much of the materials in this collection are restricted due to the confidential nature of the documents.

Historical Note

The Office of the University Attorney serves as counselor with respect to legal issues, and represents the University as an institutional entity. The attorney and his staff assist in achievement of university goals within applicable local, state and federal laws, and also educate university officers and employees in resolving and preventing disputes affecting the university’s operations.

Extent

103 Linear Feet (c195 boxes, 4 half-sized manuscript boxes, 4 records cartons)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Office of the University Attorney serves as counselor with respect to legal issues, and represents the University as an institutional entity. These records contain various legal and administrative documents pursuant to claims and litigation, such as contracts, correspondence, meeting minutes, transcripts, depositions, grievances, claim files, evidential files, and budget information dating 1975-2001.