Guilherme Costa: The intersection of law and education at Bentley University
The Legal Leaders PodcastShow Notes
In this episode, your host David Lancelot, CLO & EVP of Advocacy at LawVu is joined by Guilherme Costa, Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at Bentley University to discuss the world of higher education law.
Here's what you can expect: Guilherme's career journey; From the University of Florida to Notre Dame Law School, and key roles at Ithaca College and Syracuse University. Evolving role of higher ed lawyers: Shift from reactive to proactive strategies and navigating a complex, regulated environment. Advice for aspiring legal professionals. Tune in to gain insights from Guilherme's experiences and enhance your understanding of the crucial role legal support plays in higher education today.
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