Legal Advice & Support

The Legal & Risk branch is responsible for the provision of legal services to the University.

We advise University staff on a range of legal issues that arise from the University's diverse learning, teaching and research endeavours - from the very simple to the very complex. 

We aim to serve the best interests of the University but are also required to comply with the standards of conduct required by the legal profession. We are focussed on positive, pragmatic outcomes. 

What we do

The Legal team provides advice, information and support for:

• General legal and compliance matters
• Contract planning, drafting, review and negotiation
• Copyright
• Freedom of Information (FOI) requests
• Privacy matters
• Estate administration
• Dispute resolution and management
• Engagement of external professionals
• Representation in tribunals and court
• Training and Education
• Investigations by Ombudsman, Human Rights Commissioner or other regulatory bodies

Often legal issues can be clarified through talking, or by simply having an opportunity to affirm your own view. You are welcome to contact any of our legal counsel for confidential advice and legal professional privileged discussion.

Personal Legal Advice

We are the University's lawyers and advisors and therefore we are not able to provide advice on personal matters. University staff and students must seek legal advice in such instances. The Adelaide University Union (AUU) can assist students seeking legal advice. Students should contact the AUU by phone (08) 8313 5401 or via email auu@adelaide.edu.au for more information.