Open Records

Circuit Public Defender's Office

Open Records Requests

Authorization for Release of Health Information (pdf)

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Working under the policies approved and set by the Board of Commissioners, the office of Staff Attorney serves as legal counsel to the Board of Commissioners, county departments, certain boards and authorities, constitutional officers, and employees in the scope of their employment.

In the capacity of legal adviser, the Staff Attorneys advise county department heads and officials in various matters, including those in regard to commission agenda requests and items for state legislature agenda, render written and verbal legal opinions, conduct and coordinate litigation involving Clayton County and its officers and its employees, formulate ordinances and regulations, prepare deeds and contracts in relation to county business, and represent the county in code enforcement matters.