Michael Pierce

Mike joined the Office of University Counsel in March of 2020.  He previously served as Associate General Counsel for Florida State University, with a focus on athletics, board governance, and public records matters. He also served as General Counsel and Secretary for a liberal arts college, advising on all legal and compliance matters. Mike has taught as an adjunct instructor at several law schools and at the undergraduate level.

Education

  • Duquesne University, B.A. in History and Political Science (2008)
  • Stetson University College of Law, J.D. (2011)

Areas of Practice

Athletics; Governance; Commercial Transactions

Professional Associations

  • Member, National Association of College and University Attorneys

Bar Membership

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • State of Florida