>> Is the legal advisor to the City Council, City Manager and staff, and official boards and commissions
>> Prosecutes all municipal court cases. Municipal Court is responsible for court procedures, fines, traffic tickets, and other offenses.(Go to the Municipal Court site.)
>> Provides oral and written opinions to the City Council, City Manager and staff
>> Drafts legal instruments such as ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and deeds
The City Attorney is appointed by the City Manager and serves as the chief legal officer and advisor for the City of Corpus Christi.
The City Attorney's Officeprovides all legal services for the City, including ongoing advice to city officials, preparation and review of legal documents, prosecution of persons accused of violating city ordinances, and representation of the City and city officials in lawsuits. When warranted, the City Attorney may contract with outside legal counsel when there are potential conflicts of interest and for specialized expertise and services. The City Attorney manages a law office with 16 attorneys and seven support personnel.
MISSION
It is our mission to provide the highest quality legal representation and services possible in a cost efficient manner to protect the interests of the City of Corpus Christi, Texas.
