Legal Department

979-297-1076

Sherri Russell - City Attorney

The Legal Department provides legal advice and acts as the attorney for the City Council and all departments and boards of the City.  The City Attorney is appointed by the City Council. The City Attorney prepares or approves all proposed ordinances and resolutions, as well as all contracts and other documents in which the City is a party or has an interest. The City Attorney also represents the City in all civil litigation and proceedings with state and federal agencies, and conducts all Municipal Court prosecutions.

The Legal Department does not represent private parties in civil or criminal matters. Further, the Legal Department cannot refer you to any specific attorneys or endorse any attorney in private practice; however, if you are in need of legal representation for a private matter you may contact the State Bar of Texas www.texasbar.com to obtain a list of attorneys available in specialized areas of the law.