Office of University Counsel
The University of Maine System is a corporate and independent legal entity created by and organized under the private and special, and public laws of the State of Maine and as such may sue and be sued only in its corporate capacity as the University of Maine System.
The Office of University Counsel was created to provide all legal advice significantly affecting the legal position of the University of Maine System through the University Counsel acting in his/her role as legal counsel to the University of Maine System or by outside counsel authorized by University Counsel: Board Policy - Governance & Legal Affairs - 210
Contact the Office of University Counsel
Laws Governing Higher Education
Federal:
ADA Amendments Act of 2008
ADEA
FERPA
FERPA Regulations as effected by the USA Patriot Act
Health Insurance Portability and the Accountability Act (HIPAA) (pdf)
Title VI
Title VII
Title IX
U.S.A. Patriot Act Basics
U.S.A. Patriot Act Text
State
Freedom of Access
Good Samaritan Law 14. M.R.S.A. 8101 et seq
Human Rights Act
Laws of the State of Maine Affecting the University
Maine Tort Claims Act
Notice of Risk to Personal Data
University of Maine System - is made up of seven universities
Anticipation of Litigation and Legal Holds
UMS Policies & Procedures
Administrative Practice Letters (APL's)
Alleged Misconduct in Research
Collective Bargaining/Grievance Policies
State Officers and Employees of the State
Equal Opportunity - Affirmative Action Policy
Employee v. Independent Contractor
Environmental and Safety Policy
HIPAA General Operating Policy and Forms (UMS) Immunizations
State Immunization Requirements for Students
Procedures for Displaying the Flag
Reporting Workplace Wrongdoing
Research:
Alleged Misconduct in Research
Guidelines Regarding Consentual Relationships
Smoking
UM - See Tobacco-Free
Tobacco-Free
Travel
Violence in the Workplace Policy
Weapons Policies
Workers' Compensation
Reporting Job-related Injuries
Policies Requiring University Counsel Review
APL II-F - Sale, Lease or Use of Real Property
APL II-G - Acquisition of Real Property Through Purchase, Gift, Lease or License
See: 1. Purchase of Real Property, Title Search, Purchasing Agreements
2. Gift or Bequest of Real Property - Title Review
APL IV-C - Signature Authority
See: Section II
1. Contract
3. Engagement of Outside Counsel
See: APL VII-A VIII
See: Board Policy 210
APL VII-A - University of Maine System Purchasing Procedures
See: Section VII-A
See: Section VIII
1. Procurement of Professional Services
2. Alternate Contracts from Approved Standard Forms
Logos & Trademarks
Contracts / Agreements/ Releases/ License Agreements
Affiliation Agreement Cover Sheet
Artist Performance Agreement - Standard
Clinical Affiliation Agreement - Interns - Standard
Clinical Affiliation Agreement - Employed
Contract to Provide Services - Standard
Foreign Travel Release - Standard
Health Authorization for Research - Standard
Movie Location Agreement - Standard
Publishing Agreement - Standard
Risk and Release Form - Standard
Site License Agreement - Standard
Trademark License Agreement- Standard
Work Made for Hire (Authors, Writers, etc.) Agreement - Standard
Links of Interest
Athletics: NCAA Rules and Eligibility
Informational Resources
Registration for Selective Service
Intellectual Property
Copyright Crash Course by Georgia Harper, Univ. of Texas
Illegal Downloading and Sharing of Music
Invention Reporting Compliance
University System Links
Academic Affairs
Chancellor
Facilities
Finance and Treasurer
Authority of Treasurer
Governmental Relations
Human Resources
Risk Management
Disclaimer: The information and materials contained in this Web site are presented for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.