Office of the General Counsel

The Office of the General Counsel is a legal department that represents the San Francisco Community College District.  In representing the District, the General Counsel represents the Board of Trustees, the District as an independent entity, and, where appropriate, individual District employees.

The General Counsel is a strong believer in preventative law and taking steps to avoid litigation before it occurs. If you have legal questions or are facing a legal situation, consult your supervisor, who will either clear your question through the relevant Vice-Chancellor that is authorized to contact the General Counsel’s office or have you do it directly. If it is an emergency, call the office of the General Counsel immediately, and then inform your Vice-Chancellor. Issues identified early are often resolved quickly.

Tasks include:

  • Drafting, revising, and updating District Policies and Regulations. Although the General Counsel takes the lead in this process, it is a collaborative effort involving affected employees and relevant constituent groups.
  • Drafting and reviewing contractual documents.
  • Responsible for developing forms and contracts to speed the processing of routine transactions.
  • Advising on the Brown Act and other regulatory compliance. Consulting the Office of the General Counsel can help you to avoid adverse legal situations, allowing you to be more productive in your job. You are encouraged to take advantage of this source of legal advice.

District Policies and Administrative Procedures