John J. Collins

John serves as Deputy General Counsel for the University of Vermont. Born and raised in New Jersey, John holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Rutgers University and a Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, where he was a member of the Loyola Law Review. John has served on the Board of IAA since its inception in 2000.

John has been practicing law in the State of Vermont since 1983, advising a broad clientele, including the University of Vermont and other Vermont Colleges. He chaired the State of Vermont District #4, Act 250 Commission for several years and has been a highly active volunteer member of several not-for-profit boards and committees. He served as chair of the Vermont Heart Association Board of Directors and as a member of the American Heart Association’s Board of Directors. John has taught law related courses at the college level and is a nationally certified snowboard instructor. John's law background and experience with government agencies adds tremendous value to the organization.