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City Attorney in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
- Election date
- April 4, 2028
- Filing deadline
- December 1, 2027 - January 4, 2028
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City Attorney
About this position
The City Attorney is responsible for appearing in judicial, administrative and other legal actions; issuing legal opinions to city officers; drafting ordinances, bonds, and other legal documents; prosecuting ordinance violations in municipal court; and providing a full range of legal services to various City departments, boards, and entities.
Position Details
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be a qualified voter and an actual resident of the city. Must be liscensed to practice law in the state of Wisconsin.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is 0; signature requirement is 1,500-3,000.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
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