City Attorney

Mission

The mission of the City Attorney's office is to provide effective legal counsel to the Governing Body, committees, officers, and City staff on all legal matters involving the City; to defend the City or monitor the defense of the City in all legal actions; to prosecute violators of the City Code in the Municipal Court; to limit liability and exposure of the City through advice, training and litigation; and to facilitate an orderly and informed process of decision-making by all agents of the City.

Overview

In accordance with the  Santa Fe City Code, the City Attorney is responsible for attending City Council meetings, drafting ordinances and contracts, determining the legality of proposed ordinances, and representing the City in legal matters.  In addition, the City Attorney is actively involved in the determination and resolution of employment, water and land use, historic, and municipal issues.

Services

• City Prosecutor
• Request Public Records
• Legislative Services
• Charter Review Commission

Contact, Address, Phone and Hours

PO Box 909
Santa Fe, NM 87504-0909 Ph: (505) 955-6512
Fx: (505) 955-6748

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.  -  5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday

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