OUR APPROACH
POTTER MINTON attorneys recognize the unique nature of municipal government representation. Whenever we represent public sector clients, we are mindful of our role as an extension of the elected and appointed leadership of the municipality. We are sensitive to the fact that public sector entities operate under close public and media scrutiny. Our clients trust our advice and counsel because they respect our integrity and discretion, and know that our interactions with all parties will always reflect positively on their behalf.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy is to consistently achieve the results that our clients expect through effective, resourceful, efficient, and responsive representation. We practice law with the highest integrity, professionalism, and a firm commitment to excellence. Within this framework, we strive to offer cost-effective, innovative, comprehensive, and practical advice and solutions.
OUR SERVICES
Because of our size and wide variety of experience, POTTER MINTON attorneys have practical knowledge in virtually every legal issue that could be faced by a municipality. Areas of competence and past legal matters include:
- Public Contracting
- Public Bidding Compliance and Litigation
- Franchise Negotiations and Documentation
- Local, County and State Building Code Compliance
- Administrative Mandamus Proceedings
- Advocacy before Councils, Commissions and Boards
- Land Use Matters and Litigation
- Zoning
- CEQA and Environmental Compliance
- Referendum and Electoral Override Options
- Permits, Licenses and Regulatory Approvals
- Texas Administrative Procedures & Reviews
- Defense of Labor/Employment Claims Before Administrative Agencies
- Charter School Issues
- Government Tort Claims Practice
- Governmental Surety and Bond Practice
- Compliance with Lobbying Rules and Regulations
- Political Action Advice
- Campaign Finance Advice
- Public Financing and Investment Compliance
- Legislation/Ordinances Drafting and Advocacy
- Administrative Law Litigation
- Special District Compliance
- Advocacy at Public Meetings and Proceedings
- Representation of Creditors in Municipality Insolvency Proceedings
When our clients are faced with litigation, it is handled by a defense team with extensive experience in municipal liability issues. We advocate alternatives to expensive, protracted litigation and encourage arbitration and mediation in appropriate cases.
