--- title: "Meet the Team | Office of General Counsel" url: "/offices/general-counsel/meet-the-team" type: page date: 2026-06-23 updated: 2026-06-23 --- # Meet the Team | Office of General Counsel Office of General Counsel # Meet the Team **Experienced legal professionals committed to serving the Manhattan University community.** The Office of General Counsel is staffed by dedicated attorneys and legal professionals who provide counsel across governance, contracts, compliance, employment law, and more. Our team works collaboratively with offices and departments across the University to navigate complex legal and regulatory matters efficiently. Whether you have a straightforward policy question or need guidance on a formal legal issue, our staff is here to help. Visit us in Miguel Hall, Room 205, or reach out at . Image ![Photo Outside O'Malley School of Business](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/campus-outside-banner-3200x2000_0.jpg?h=1cb48fc4&itok=kXHqT9GJ) ## James G. Ryan Vice President & General Counsel E: [View Directory Profile](/directory/james-g.ryan) ![Portrait of James G. Ryan, Vice President and General Counsel, Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/profile-pictures/519279.jpg) --- ## Kimara Patton Deputy General Counsel E: [View Directory Profile](/directory/kimara.patton) ![Portrait of Kimara Patton, Deputy General Counsel, Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/profile-pictures/549738.jpg) --- ## Jamie Walsh Executive Assistant to General Counsel E: [View Directory Profile](/directory/jamie.walsh) ![Portrait of Jamie Walsh, Executive Assistant to General Counsel, Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/profile-pictures/372001.jpg)