Kevin Mills
About Kevin Mills
Kevin Mills serves as the Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel at the Giant Magellan Telescope, providing strategic legal support to non-profit institutions. He has extensive experience in non-profit governance, regulatory compliance, and employment law, having previously held the position of General Counsel at the University of the Pacific for eight years.
Work at Giant Magellan Telescope
Kevin Mills serves as Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel at the Giant Magellan Telescope, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he provides strategic legal support to the organization, ensuring a compliant legal environment that aligns with the institution's mission. His responsibilities include addressing legal matters related to the telescope's operations and collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate effective governance.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Mills earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Michigan Law School, where he studied from 1987 to 1990. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English and American Literature and Business from UC San Diego, studying from 1981 to 1986. His expertise encompasses non-profit governance, regulatory compliance, employment law, and intellectual property, among other areas relevant to legal affairs in non-profit institutions.
Background
Before joining the Giant Magellan Telescope, Kevin Mills served as General Counsel at the University of the Pacific from 2015 to 2023. He has also worked as an Associate Attorney at Cooley Godward from 1990 to 1993. His educational background includes studies at Bishop O'Dowd High School and Trinity College Dublin, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks and institutional operations.
Achievements
Kevin Mills has a notable history of providing legal counsel to non-profit institutions, particularly in higher education. He has specialized in legal matters affecting these institutions as a managing shareholder in private practice. Mills is a member of the National Association of College and University Attorneys and the Association of Corporate Counsel, as well as the California Bar, reflecting his commitment to professional development and legal excellence.