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Dobbs Ferry, NY, New York, United States
Reporting to the General Counsel, this position provides practical, business-oriented legal counsel and strategic guidance on a broad range of university transactional, operational, and compliance matters. The attorney will serve as a key advisor on contract drafting, review, negotiation, interpretation, and administration, including vendor agreements, affiliation agreements, service agreements, insurance-related matters, and other transactions that support the University’s academic, administrative, and operational functions. This role requires the ability to identify, assess, and clearly communicate legal and business risks; recommend practical solutions; and support institutional decision-making in a fast-paced higher education environment. The position also advises on regulatory compliance, risk management, policy development, and governance matters, while collaborating closely with university leadership and departments to advance institutional priorities. The successful candidate will bring strong transactional judgment, excellent drafting skills, and a flexible, collaborative approach to addressing new and evolving legal issues.