Cayuga County Attorney serves as the primary legal advisor and representative for Cayuga County, New York, providing comprehensive civil and governmental legal services. This office stands out as an essential public sector legal resource, dedicated to upholding county operations, managing risk, and ensuring lawful governance through specialized public law expertise.
The office operates as legal counsel to the County Legislature, all county officers, and key local entities such as the Soil and Water Conservation District and Cayuga College. With a mandate rooted in New York County Law, it prosecutes and defends all civil actions involving the county, supervises insurance and risk management, and provides critical support for legislative and administrative functions. Its approach combines rigorous legal oversight with a public service mission, focusing on integrity, accountability, and efficient use of public resources.
Services Offered
- Legal advisement to the County Legislature and county officers
- Prosecution and defense of civil actions and proceedings involving the county
- Employment and supervision of outside counsel for county legal matters
- Supervision of insurance claims processing and risk management consultants
- Administration of the liability self-insurance fund
- Legal counsel to the Soil and Water Conservation District, Sterling Commission, and Cayuga College
- Preparation and review of legislative resolutions
- Prosecution of juvenile delinquency cases for offenses equivalent to adult crimes
- Review and processing of indigent filing fee waiver requests
The office serves all departments and elected bodies of Cayuga County government, ensuring compliance with state laws and efficient public administration. It plays a central role in supporting county operations, from legislative processes to risk mitigation and juvenile justice proceedings.
