What does it take to serve as General Counsel at one of America’s most historic HBCUs? In this episode, David Lancelot, CLO & EVP of Advocacy at LawVu, discusses with Craig Burgess, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Morehouse College, for a conversation that blends history, law, and leadership.
Craig lifts the curtain on the world of higher education law, sharing his journey to the role and what makes legal work at an institution like Morehouse – home to iconic alumni like Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Raphael Warnock – so distinctive.
In this conversation, you’ll hear Craig break down:
- Morehouse’s rich history – a legacy shaped by influential alumni
- Higher education legal work – the unique role of a college General Counsel
- Building compliance programs – navigating a complex regulatory environment
- Law meets legacy – leading with purpose in higher education
This episode is a must-listen for legal professionals curious about the intersection of law, education, and institutional leadership.