Home to the legal representation of the Athens-Clarke County government, this office is conveniently located next door to City Hall. The attorney for Athens-Clarke County is an appointed position. The city attorney position helps Athens-Clarke County with legal issues, advises Athens-Clarke County officials in legal matters, prepares legal documents for Athens-Clarke County and represents Athens-Clarke County during litigation. The city attorney also attends all meetings of the mayor and commission, Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Hearings Board, Board of Tax Assessors, and Board of Equalization.