City Attorney

Responsibilities and Qualifications

The City Council shall appoint a City Attorney to serve for an indefinite term at the pleasure of the council. The City Attorney must:

• Be an attorney-at-law admitted to practice in Colorado
• Have at least five years experience in the practice of law

The City Attorney's responsibilities include:

• Serving as the legal representative of the City, representing the City in all cases and courts
• Acting as legal adviser to the City Council and other City officials in matters relating to their official powers or duties
  • Providing a copy of any written opinion to the City Clerk when such counsel is given
• Performing other duties as the Council prescribes by ordinance or resolution

Staff, Facilities, and Special Counsel

The City Council:

• Provides the City Attorney with assistants, facilities, and considerations as it deems necessary
• Employs special counsel either on its own motion or on the City Attorney's request
• Establishes compensation for the City Attorney, the City Attorney's assistants, and special counsel