Legal

The Legal Department furnishes legal services to the City of Wilsonville. The City Attorney is appointed by the City Council, reports directly to the Council, and provides general counsel to the City and to the Urban Renewal Agency. The City Attorney or Assistant City Attorney attends meetings of the City Council, Urban Renewal Agency, Development Review Board, and Planning Commission, and works closely with the City Manager and all department managers. Under the supervision of the City Attorney, the Legal Department provides legal advice to City boards and commissions, reviews legal documents, drafts complex ordinances and resolutions, directs City litigation (including that of city prosecutor), negotiates and drafts contracts, and assists in risk management. The City Attorney directly supervises the Assistant City Attorney and the Legal Secretary.