Indiana University has tapped Tom Froehle to become its next vice president and general counsel, with the appointment announced June 26 in an IU Today release. Froehle will step into the role as chief legal officer on Aug. 17.
He takes over for Anthony Prather, who has served as IU’s vice president and general counsel since 2022.
In the release, IU President Pamela Whitten pointed to Froehle’s background as the kind of steady hand the university wants in its top legal office.
“His leadership will serve our students, faculty, staff and partners well as we build on the tremendous momentum underway at Indiana University,” Whitten said in the release.
Froehle brings more than 30 years of experience advising corporations, universities and government entities on legal, regulatory and financial matters. His client work has included Honda, the NCAA and United Airlines.
He is currently chair emeritus and a member of the board at Faegre Drinker, where he has worked since 2020. Whitten also highlighted that experience in describing his fit for the job.
“Tom brings the experience and judgment required to advise a complex public university in a rapidly changing environment,” Whitten said in the release.
Beyond his legal career, Froehle has served on the board of directors of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indiana Sports Corp and other civic organizations. In 2025, he received the Indiana Lawyer’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
His career has also included leading organizations through major transitions, including two law firm mergers at Faegre Drinker. Froehle said he is eager to help guide IU’s work going forward.
“I’ve always believed the best outcomes come from strong teams working together with a shared commitment to excellence, which is why I’m particularly excited to join President Whitten and her leadership team,” Froehle said in the release.
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