Los Angeles City Attorney

The Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, led by Hydee Feldstein Soto, plays a pivotal role in offering legal guidance and opinions to various city officials, department heads, boards, commissions, and municipal units. This office is tasked with the negotiation and finalization of all contracts tied to the City of Los Angeles. Furthermore, it interprets laws at federal, state, county as well as local levels for the city while drafting ordinances pertinent to its governance. The City Attorney ensures that all regulations within their jurisdiction are applied effectively—this includes enforcement responsibilities that protect both the City's interests and its charter. Feldstein Soto also manages litigation efforts impacting Los Angeles while overseeing civil actions and misdemeanor prosecutions as chief prosecutor; she champions alternatives to incarceration within criminal justice challenges. Her dedicated team comprises nearly 1,t000 legal experts—including over 500 attorneys—who execute operations under her leadership. Acting in dual capacity as general counsel for the city’s leadership including the Mayor and City Council alongside many related entities makes her office essential for maintaining lawful order throughout Los Angeles. For further details visit https://cityattorney.lacity.gov