Teams at Doña Ana County

Serves as the County’s chief legal counsel and leads the Legal Department. Advises commissioners, the County Manager, and departments on governance, compliance, contracts, property, procurement, public records, and regulatory matters. Represents the County in litigation and administrative proceedings, oversees legal staff and outside counsel, manages the department budget, drafts legal documents, and develops strategies addressing legal risks and operational priorities.

Provides in-house legal counsel to the county through legal research, written and oral opinions, policy and document review, department support, and litigation assistance. Represents the county in administrative hearings and civil actions, prosecutes ordinance violations, drafts pleadings and legal documents, and advises officials and staff on legal, labor, legislative, and operational matters.