La Verne, California
The University of La Verne invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel (VPLA & GC). As the University’s chief legal officer and a member of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel will shape and safeguard the University of LaVerne’s mission-driven culture.
Located in La Verne, California, about 35 miles east of Los Angeles, the University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university with a rich history spanning 135 years. The university is composed of the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, the LaFetra College of Education, the College of Health and Community Well-Being, and the College of Law and Public Service, several regional campuses throughout Southern California, and robust online offerings. Scholastic opportunities abound, thanks to more than 60 undergraduate programs, more than 20 master’s degrees, six doctorates, and over 20 credential and certificate programs.
The University seeks a highly accomplished and seasoned attorney who will: offer strategic advice and partner with the Board and President’s Executive Cabinet to advance University initiatives; serve as a resource for constituent groups across campus, contribute to institutional stability by ensuring the General Counsel’s office is responsive and effective at representing the University; and facilitate the establishment and continuance of appropriate and cooperative relationships between the University and external organizations.
Specific duties and qualifications, along with additional information about the position and the University of La Verne, can be found in the leadership profile linked above.
The salary range for this position is $224,295 to $290,000. Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation.
Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
To apply for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel position, candidates are requested to submit: i) a resume or curriculum vitae; ii) a letter of interest that addresses the qualifications and leadership priorities in the profile; iii) contact information for five references (to be contacted at a later date with the candidate’s permission).
For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by March 9, 2026 to the AGB Search application portal: bit.ly/3JWKIMD. Nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel are encouraged. Please direct them to LaVerneGC@agbsearch.com or to the AGB search consultants listed below:
Kimberly Templeton, JD Principal kimberly.templeton@agbsearch.com 540.761.9494
Fred Moore, JD, MBA Senior Executive Search Consultant fred.moore@agbsearch.com 712.299.544
Elizabeth Alvarado, Search Associate elizabeth.alvarado@agbsearch.com
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