City Attorney

The City Attorney is the chief legal officer of the City, appointed by and under the direction of the City Commission, and also acts as legal counsel for City staff. Among other things, the City Attorney prepares or revises ordinances and resolutions, is responsible for all litigation; makes recommendations for ordinances, resolutions or other documents or procedures affecting the legal position of the City; provides legal opinions; attends, and acts as parliamentarian for, all meetings of the City Commission, and other boards as necessary; reviews or drafts all contracts and instruments to which the City is a party; enforces City laws and regulations; reviews and analyzes all state and federal legislation affecting the City.

If you need legal advice, please contact a private attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, please contact Legal Aid Society of the Dade County Bar Association at 305.579.5733. The City Attorney’s Office cannot recommend a lawyer or give a citizen legal advice. For referrals, you can contact the Lawyer Referral Service sponsored by the Florida Bar at 1.800.342.8011.

 

Department Head

Alain Boileau, City Attorney

Alain Boileau

Contact Us

Phone

305.792.1822

Location

Government Center
18070 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
33160
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