Office Objectives

To provide legal services with integrity and professionalism in line with the provisions of applicable laws.

Office Functions

There are two divisions under the Legal Advisor's Office:

LEGAL ADVISORY DIVISION (BPP)

BPP is responsible to:

• Provide advice to UIS, particularly UIS Upper Management, on all legal matters related to governance, policy, campus development and academic affairs related to legal risks;

• Advise UIS on any Act, Statute, Method, Policy, Regulation, or any related law that requires modification or improvement based on UIS practices and procedures;

• Provide legal advice in the preparation of documents, letters, reports, etc.;

• Provide legal advice on disciplinary actions towards UIS staff and students;

• Provide legal advice on disciplinary appeals by UIS staff and students.

LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATION DIVISION (BTUP)

BTUP is responsible to:

• PProvide legal advice regarding the governance of UIS as a corporate body including the roles and responsibilities of the UIS Board of Directors, Senate and other UIS Authorities; and the roles and responsibilities of UIS staff and students in accordance with the structure of the UIS Constitution;

• Draft and prepare legal instruments including the drafting of UIS statutes, rules and regulations;

• Ensure that the best governance is implemented;

• Manage disciplinary committee meetings for staff and students at the UIS level.