Who We Are

The UCLA Health Sciences Office of Legal Affairs, which is part of both the University of California's Office of the General Counsel and the UCLA Office of Legal Affairs, supports the UCLA Health Sciences in achieving its goals in a manner consistent with the law and University policy.

Key Topics

• Conflict of Interest and Vendor/Industry Guidelines  
• Contracting Authority  
• EMTALA 
• Faculty Consulting Activities/Agreements  
• Fraud and Abuse Laws and Regulations 
• HIPAA 
• Public Records Act  
• Subpoenas and Other Legal Processes 
• Use of the 'UCLA' Name

Our Services

Services furnished by the UCLA Health Sciences Office of Legal Affairs include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing legal advice, counsel, and training to University faculty and staff.
• Assisting in the development of University policy and procedures.
• Reviewing contracts and other legal documents.
• Providing legal advice regarding patient care, compliance, and medical staff matters.
• Providing advice on proposed collaborations with external entities.
• Helping to resolve disputes, claims, and litigation.
• Securing and coordinating the services of outside legal counsel when necessary.

Disclaimer

This website is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or legal opinion on specific facts or circumstances. Transmission and receipt of information contained on this website does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Please consult an attorney in the UCLA Health Sciences Office of Legal Affairs regarding any specific legal questions or any factual situation involving a UCLA Health Sciences matter.

Contact Us

Please contact our office at (310) 267-7445 if you have a request for legal assistance or advice, or a question about how to obtain legal advice or assistance. Learn more >