Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney
The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney serves as the city’s chief legal office, providing comprehensive counsel and representation to the Mayor, City Counc
Company facts
- Employees
- 1,000
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Government
About
The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney serves as the city’s chief legal office, providing comprehensive counsel and representation to the Mayor, City Council, and all municipal departments, boards, and commissions. Its responsibilities include drafting ordinances, reviewing and approving contracts, overseeing civil and criminal litigation, and enforcing state and local laws. The office also prosecutes misdemeanor offenses and administers restorative‑justice programs as part of its criminal‑justice initiatives. Led by City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto, the office employs nearly 1,000 legal professionals—including more than 500 attorneys—to deliver expert legal services across the city’s operations, ensuring sound legal guidance, effective risk management, and the protection of Los Angeles’ public interests.