General Counsel & Legal Leaders

Higher education risk insights for general counsel and institutional legal teams.

Why this collection matters

General counsel help institutions navigate legal exposure while supporting mission, governance, policy, and strategic decisions. This collection brings together HigherEdRisk content selected for legal leaders working across compliance, contracts, insurance, investigations, technology, and board oversight.

HigherEdRisk articles

Invisible but Indispensable: Why Risk Management Is Pivotal by Richard G. Mills, Jr.
Governing AI: From Innovation to Insurability by Dale Coggins
Social Inflation and Its Impact on Higher Education by Michael Gigliotti
The Role of Risk Management in Research Security by Dr. Kamil Mizgier
Smart Tools, Smarter Risks: A Practical Guide by Julie Groves
Advancing Hazing Transparency through Clery Reports by Cecilia Dockery
Every Manager Is a Technology Manager by Kenneth Ake
Will a Court Case Change Title IX Equity in Athletics? by Joseph Storch
The Grim Maturation of Active Assailant Risk by Tim Fallon
FEMA: A Higher Education Risk Tool by Deb Gallagher
The Higher Ed Risk Few See Coming by Ross A. Mugler
Court Decision Expands Students' Disability Rights Protections by Kate Hausmann
The Opportunities and Risks Posed by a Rise in External Payers by Callum Bedos
Campus Risk: A Call for Strategic Resilience by Lawrence M. Zacarese
Layoffs Under Pressure: A Leader's Guide by Hillary Pettegrew, Esq.
Turning Uncertainty into Advantage by Han He
Preparing for Active Shooter Threats on College Campuses by John Iannarelli
Outside Coverage Counsel: When to Call and What to Ask by Bradley Dlatt
Your Cruise Director is Not Your Captain, The Right and Wrong People at the P3 Housing Table by Rob Budach
Spotlight on the Risks of Antitrust Suits by Hillary Pettegrew, Esq.
Navigating the Risks of College Student Mental Health: Strategies for Risk Managers by Dr. Nance Roy
Avoiding Hidden Coverage Limitations in Property Insurance Programs by Bradley Dlatt
Bridging AI Innovation with AI Governance by Dirce Hernandez
Breaking the Isolation: How the 'Lonely at the Top' Myth Hurts Higher Ed Leaders by James Geisler, PhD
PCI Compliance Reduces Risk in Complex Campus Environments by Heather Richmond
Navigating Data Privacy Risk in Higher Education by Tom Infurna
How Will the House Settlement Transform Collegiate Athletics? by Andrew Allen
An Interview with a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) by Priya Mouli
Significant Risks Facing Higher Education in 2025 and Beyond by Cynthia Vitters
Risk Managers as Catalysts for Change by Juan Azacarate III
Groundbreaking Legislation Targets Hazing on Campus by Jessica Mertz
Regulation Update: Protect Pregnant or Breastfeeding Employees by Hillary Pettegrew, Esq.
Tone From The Top: Managing Cyber and AI Risks by Jody Westby
AI Literacy: The New Frontier in Higher Education Cybersecurity by Lekshmy Sankar
Safeguarding Minors in Higher Education: A Leadership Priority by Kalinda Watson
Retirement Plans Under Attack by José M. Jara
Board Members Must Also Mitigate Risk by Heather Salko, Esq.
Reducing Cyber Risk of Third Parties by Kim L. Jones
Obligation for Safety: Prioritizing the Clery Act by Abigail Boyer
Implementing Insurance Requirements on Campus by Mary E. Whisenand, AU, RPLU
The Cavalry Isn't Coming to Rescue You by Robin Holzhauer
How Transparent Is Your Institution? by Tracey Swift