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Jay Wilcoxson: Navigating Legal Challenges at MIT

Jay Wilcoxson, MIT OGC counsel, uses his litigation background to manage legal risks and support the Institute's mission. He thrives on navigating uncertainty and fostering collaborative solutions.

Wilcoxson moved from private practice to in-house legal work, drawn to higher education's complexity and mission. He noted these roles are competitive and require ambiguity tolerance.

Hired in 2007 as the first new lawyer in the centralized OGC, Wilcoxson now focuses on preventing litigation by mitigating conflicts. His work is strategic and collaborative.

His primary focus is student life, working with divisions like Student Life and the Chancellor's Office. The OGC ensures matters go to the right lawyer.

Wilcoxson sees the OGC as trusted partners, noting all MIT community members can seek legal guidance. Legal professionals offer a unique problem-solving perspective.

He finds the job's inherent uncertainty, requiring ambiguity tolerance, to be a particularly engaging aspect.

Wilcoxson cherishes MIT relationships, crucial for high-pressure situations and advancing the Institute's agenda. He describes MIT as diverse, brilliant, and full of problem-solvers.

Beyond duties, Wilcoxson participates in the community, serving on committees and as a Commencement name reader since 2007. He also serves on the Distinguished Fellowships committee.

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