Sean Porter
Assistant General Counsel
225-578-3050
sporter@lsufoundation.org
Sean Porter began his career at the LSU Foundation in 2023 after 10 years of working
as an attorney in the public sector. As the assistant general counsel, Sean works
closely with the LSU Foundation’s leadership team and uses his knowledge of contracts,
real estate, and public-private partnerships to facilitate the LSU Foundation’s numerous
projects across the LSU system. Sean is a proud alumnus of the Manship School of Mass
Communication and the Paul M. Hebert Law Center.
MY LSU
Why did you choose to build a career with the LSU Foundation?
I formed lifelong friendships and received a great education at LSU. I couldn’t pass
up the opportunity to put my knowledge and skills to work in service of a university
that means so much to me and the people of Louisiana.
What does a typical day look like for you?
The LSU Foundation works closely with the university on many projects meant to improve
the built environment, which includes infrastructure upgrades, new buildings, and
renovations to existing facilities. I draft contracts, attend meetings, and make sure
the LSU Foundation’s projects are on time and under budget. I also assist with our
board meetings and in reviewing the numerous gift agreements sent to our legal team
each year.
Tell us about your favorite work win or moment when you truly felt the impact of your
work.
The LSU Foundation has been entrusted with administering the immense University Lakes
restoration project, which was over a decade in the making. Driving by the lakes and
finally seeing dredges in the water in the fall of 2023 was very exciting. I look
forward to getting out there in my kayak when all the work is finished.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
The newly-renovated Huey P. Long Fieldhouse. It’s a testament to what can be accomplished
when all the relevant stakeholders are aligned and moving in the same direction.