The Town Attorney serves as the chief legal advisor to the Mayor, Town Council, Town Manager, and Town departments, as well as various boards and commissions. This position plays a critical role in supporting the Town’s mission and operations by providing reliable, timely, and solutions-oriented legal guidance. The Town Attorney is appointed by, serves at the pleasure of, and reports directly to Town Council.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
‣ Providing expert legal advice to elected officials and town staff
‣ Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating ordinances, contracts, and policy documents
‣ Representing the Town in legal proceedings
‣ Attending Council and advisory board meetings
‣ Maintaining knowledge and understanding of how federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and court
decisions are applied and affect local governments
‣ Anticipating legal issues proactively and offering practical solutions
‣ Leading and mentoring town legal staff while embodying the PEAK Principles of Performance,
Empowerment, Accountability, and Knowledge
‣ Exercising independent judgement, initiative, discretion, and professionalism
‣ Upholding the values of integrity and excellence in public service