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AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN MCGUIRE, WOODS AND BATTLE

The Rector reviewed the University's relationship with the law firm of McGuire, Woods and Battle, pointing out the affiliation of both Mr. C. Venable Minor and Mr. Leigh B. Middleditch, Jr. with this firm. He indicated approval of Mr. Middleditch's request to the President of the desirability of continuing this relationship, in particular, in connection with real estate acquisitions, matters of litigation, and handling of University loans under present procedures.

The following resolution was adopted:

• RESOLVED by the Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia that the President be and he is hereby authorized and directed to retain the firm of McGuire, Woods and Battle on an advisory basis for the fiscal year 1 July 1968 - 30 June 1969, the retainer for this period to be $1200; that until otherwise directed by the Board the President, in his discretion, is further authorized to continue this retainer for succeeding fiscal years on a like basis; and otherwise to utilize such firm for such matters, including real estate acquisitions, matters of litigation, and the handling of University loans under present procedures, on such basis as he deems necessary and desirable.