Get ready to give a warm ChumCity welcome to John Daniel, the newly appointed general counsel and senior vice chancellor of the University of Alabama System! He's officially stepping into the role on August 1, 2025. Daniel isn't just some fresh-off-the-boat lawyer. He's got over two decades of incredible legal experience within the UA System, including 20 years at UAB's Office of Counsel, where he totally rocked it as chief university counsel. Since April 2024, he's also been holding down the fort as the UA System’s interim general counsel. Talk about a smooth transition! Chancellor Sid J. Trant is stoked about the appointment, saying Daniel's expertise in higher education and healthcare, plus his deep understanding of the UA System, make him the perfect fit. He's confident Daniel's leadership and commitment will be invaluable as the legal landscape keeps changing. As general counsel, Daniel will be the UA System's top legal eagle, advising everyone from the Board of Trustees to senior leaders. He'll oversee the Office of Counsel, manage the legal dream team, and report directly to Chancellor Trant. Daniel himself is pumped to continue working within the UA System, recognizing the positive impact the universities and health system have on Alabama and beyond. He's looking forward to collaborating with the Office of Counsel and other leaders to advance their mission of teaching, research, and service. Outside of his impressive legal career, Daniel is a committed community member, actively involved in the Rotary Club of Birmingham and serving on the boards of the Railroad Park Foundation and Camp Smile-A-Mile. What a guy! The UA System Board of Trustees is set to approve the appointment later this month, so stay tuned!Big News for the University of Alabama System!
A Familiar Face with a Wealth of Experience
What the Chancellor Says
What Does This Mean?
Daniel's Take
Community Involvement
Board Approval Coming Soon
