The County Counsel is appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The department renders legal advice and affords legal representation to the County Board of Supervisors, County departments, and many special districts. County Counsel attorneys do not provide legal advice to the public.
The County Counsel's Office provides high quality and timely legal services supporting the County of Marin's mandated and discretionary governmental functions. Advisory and litigation services are furnished to County departments, boards, and agencies in a manner that is cost-effective, professional, and promotes excellence in delivery of government services contributing to the health, safety and welfare of County residents and visitors.
The County Counsel serves as legal counsel in civil matters for all County departments, as well as some special districts. The duties of the office include preparing contracts, resolutions, and ordinances; filing and litigating civil cases; and rendering opinions on legal issues to departments.
Disclaimer
This website is designed to provide general information regarding the County Counsels Office. It cannot be used for filing of claims or service of legal documents. Claims may be filed by downloading the claim form on this website and filing it with the office of the Board of Supervisors. Service of legal documents must comply with applicable law.