Law Department

EXECUTIVE > DEPARTMENT OF LAW

Director - Richard E. Dobbins
Phone:	(330) 643-2520
Fax:	(330) 643-2507

The Department of Law handles legal matters for the Executive's Office while monitoring litigation involving county government. Staff lawyers also offer legal advice to all departments under the Executive's Office, review and draft contracts and legislation on behalf of county government. The department employs six attorneys, including Director Richard Dobbins, and a Legal Assistant. Each attorney specializes in specific facets of governmental, employment and fiscal law. The department also oversees:

Criminal Justice Affairs Division (CJAD). The Criminal Justice Affairs Division coordinates the criminal justice system to maximize its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The division provides information and technical assistance to the County Executive as a means to streamline resources, improve services, fund initiatives, and heighten the use of technology as it pertains to the criminal justice system and the overall public safety of the citizens of Summit County.
Emergency Management Agency The County of Summit Emergency Management Agency leads, coordinates, and supports the emergency management system in order to protect lives and prevent the loss of property from all hazards.
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