What we do Last updated or reviewed on March 21, 2023 The Legal Services Department is dedicated to supporting the mission, direction and goals of the City Council by providing high quality legal services to the City of Asheville. About the Department The Legal Services Department advises and represents the City of Asheville in all settings where legal advice and representation are needed or requested. The department provides advice to City Council, the city manager, city departments, and boards and commissions. The goals of the department include: Implement city goals and objectives through appropriate legal processes. Assist in the development and presentation of legislative programs. Initiate or defend legal action as necessary in support of city goals and objectives. Provide research and advice to City Council in support of Council initiatives. Provide continued high quality legal service to internal as well as external customers. Provide or arrange for effective legal representation for all lawsuits. Disclaimer The City Attorney’s Office advises City Council and City departments. Unfortunately, due to constraints imposed by the State Bar’s Rules of Professional Conduct, the City Attorney’s Office cannot provide legal advice to members of the general public, or answer questions regarding City Ordinances or regulations. If you have a need for legal advice, you should consult with a licensed attorney. Factual inquiries or feedback about City matters may be directed to the City’s Communications and Public Engagement department. Connect Address 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone Number 828-259-5610 City AttorneyBrad BranhamBusiness HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.Main Office Line828-259-5542 Related Services Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. Explore Related ServicesLegal News City of Asheville files petition for Court Order requesting the release of police bodycam video of APD arrest Posted on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 by Kim Miller City Attorney Brad Branham, in consultation with City Manager Debra Campbell and the Asheville Police Department, is moving immediately to seek the required Court Order to release body camera footage of the arrest of Devon Whitmire. Whitmire was involved in an incident Saturday, May 13, which led to the use of force by several APD [...] Asheville City Council approves transfer of vacant property to support community development and youth programming Posted on April 25, 2023April 26, 2023 by Kim Miller On Tuesday evening, members of City Council voted unanimously to convey City-owned property at 3 Hunt Hill Place for $1 to KL Training Solutions, a local non-profit that serves low- and moderate-income youth in Asheville. The site will host educational and mentorship programs, academic enrichment, community events and job training for youth ages 6 – [...] City of Asheville announces mask requirements for transit riders lifted as of Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Posted on April 25, 2022 by Kim Miller mask requirement for transit riders will be lifted on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Explore Legal News
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City of Asheville files petition for Court Order requesting the release of police bodycam video of APD arrest Posted on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 by Kim Miller City Attorney Brad Branham, in consultation with City Manager Debra Campbell and the Asheville Police Department, is moving immediately to seek the required Court Order to release body camera footage of the arrest of Devon Whitmire. Whitmire was involved in an incident Saturday, May 13, which led to the use of force by several APD [...]
Asheville City Council approves transfer of vacant property to support community development and youth programming Posted on April 25, 2023April 26, 2023 by Kim Miller On Tuesday evening, members of City Council voted unanimously to convey City-owned property at 3 Hunt Hill Place for $1 to KL Training Solutions, a local non-profit that serves low- and moderate-income youth in Asheville. The site will host educational and mentorship programs, academic enrichment, community events and job training for youth ages 6 – [...]
City of Asheville announces mask requirements for transit riders lifted as of Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Posted on April 25, 2022 by Kim Miller mask requirement for transit riders will be lifted on Wednesday, April 27, 2022