County Counselor

Responsibilities

The County Counselor is an attorney, appointed by the County Executive. He is charged with the administration of the duties of the County Counselor's Office, including all aspects of direct legal counsel, mental health, assessment litigation, claims litigation, legislative counsel and delinquent tax enforcement.

Mission Statement

"Our mission is to protect the interests of Jackson County citizens by delivering quality, responsive, ethical and innovative legal counsel to elected officials, department heads and County employees on the full range of issues affecting the County government.

We will be guided by the law, the County Charter and Ordinances, and a passionate spirit of service."