City Attorney

The City Attorney’s Office provides legal counsel and advice to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, officers, agents, employees, and all departments, offices, agencies, boards, and commissions of the City of Arlington. This office prosecutes all actions in Arlington’s Municipal Court and represents the City in litigation and in all legal proceedings. This office is responsible for drafting and preparing ordinances, resolutions, documents, contracts, and legal instruments prior to City Council action.

The City Attorney’s Office does not provide legal advice, opinions, or representation to members of the public on private matters. This office cannot refer members of the public to any specific attorney or endorse any private legal practice. Please see the FAQs, Useful Links, and Useful Phone Numbers listed below for further information.

Molly Shortall is the City Attorney.

Public Safety

Municipal Law

Employment, Litigation, Civil Service

Administrative Support Services

FAQs

Useful Links

Useful Contacts

Mailing Address:
City Attorney's Office
MS 63-0300
P.O. Box 90231
Arlington, TX 76004-3231

Physical Address:
101 S. Mesquite St. Suite 300
Arlington, TX 76010

Phone Number:
817-459-6878

Fax Number:
817-459-6897

Email Us: [email protected]

Main Hours:
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Jul26

Ice Cream with a Cop

Michoacana Creamery, 1509 New York Ave, Arlington, TX 76010

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Jul27

Mobile Pet Adoption Event at PetSmart Highlands!

203 E I-20 Hwy, Arlington, TX 76018

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Aug01

Rock the Pool at Allen Bolden

Allen Bolden Pool - 2800 S Center St, Arlington, TX 76014

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Aug02

City of Arlington Monthly Supplier Meeting

Arlington Public Library George W. Hawkes Downtown Library, 100 S Center St, Arlington, TX 76010

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