Office of the General Counsel (Department of Commerce)
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Office of the General Counsel (Department of Commerce) (OGC) serves as the chief legal advisor for the Department of Commerce, providing legal support to ensure that all operations are conducted within legal frameworks.
Mission
The mission of the Office of the General Counsel is to have a lasting impact on rules for Commerce that revitalize the economy and lay a foundation for sustainable U.S. leadership in a global economy in the 21st Century. OGC provides legal advice and services to the Secretary of Commerce, all operating units, and personnel, ensuring that the Department's activities are legally sound and strategically aligned with national and international policy objectives.
Parent organization
The Office of the General Counsel is part of the United States Department of Commerce, which encompasses a wide range of programs aimed at promoting economic growth, technological advancement, and trade.
Legislation
The Office operates under the general authority of the Department of Commerce, with no specific legislative act directly establishing it.
Partners
While not formally listed as having partners, OGC collaborates with other federal and state legal offices, international trade partners, and private sector legal entities when needed for legal consultations or partnerships in legal matters.
Number of employees
The exact number of employees in the Office of the General Counsel is not publicly specified.
Organization structure
- Office of the Chief Counsel for various bureaus like NOAA, ITA, and others, providing specialized legal support.
- General Law Division deals with administrative and department-wide legal issues.
- Litigation and Enforcement Division manages legal disputes and enforcement actions.
- Transactions and Technology Division advises on contracts, intellectual property, and technology transfer.
List of programs
- Legal Training Programs - Regulatory and Legislative Review - Ethics and Compliance Counseling - Litigation Support
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for the Office of the General Counsel are not publicly disclosed separately within the Department's budget.
Leader
Leslie Kiernan serves as the General Counsel for the Department of Commerce.
Services provided
The Office of the General Counsel provides services including legal advice to the Secretary and all Departmental units, representation in legal proceedings, drafting and reviewing of legislation and regulations, contract negotiation, and advice on intellectual property, international law, and trade. OGC also ensures compliance with federal laws and manages the Department's legal risks.
Regulations overseen
While OGC does not directly oversee regulations, it plays a critical role in the legal review and development of regulations, ensuring they are compliant with existing laws and effective legally.
Headquarters address
1401 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20230, USA
Website
Wikipedia article
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