City Attorney

Brittany L. Walker, Esq. is the City Attorney for Boulder City. Named acting city attorney for Boulder City in October 2020, she was officially hired for the role in May 2021. Ms. Walker’s experience includes working for Holland & Hart LLP, Las Vegas, NV as an Associate and in the Nevada Court of Appeals for Chief Judge Abbi Silver. She graduated from William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada, Las Vegas and is licensed to practice in Arizona and Nevada.

The mission of the City Attorney's Office is to provide professional representation to the City of Boulder City on legal matters, both civil and criminal. That mission includes offering timely and effective advice to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and all department heads. Further, it is the mission of the City Attorney's office to provide the citizens of Boulder City with timely and just prosecution of those accused of misdemeanor criminal and traffic violations.

Legal Advisor

The City Attorney of Boulder City is appointed by the City Council. The duties of the City Attorney include being the legal advisor to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager, giving legal direction and support to all City departments, and serving as legal consultant to city commissions and boards.

Defending the City

The City Attorney also defends and initiates, when necessary, legal actions on behalf of the City of Boulder City. Other duties of the City Attorney include reviewing and drafting opinions, agreements, leases, ordinances, resolutions and other city-related documents.

Prosecution

Finally, the City Attorney provides effective and efficient prosecution of all misdemeanor criminal offenses, including domestic violence, driving under the influence, trespassing and all traffic offenses.

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