Board Attorney
Fred Walton Montgomery II
Law Office: 1600 Azalea Drive, Suite B
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Telephone: 601-410-9511
With the complexity of modern county government operations, the Board Attorney plays a crucial role in the Board of Supervisors’ decision-making process. The Board Attorney seeks to provide sound legal advice in all matters concerning the county’s governance and day-to-day operations. The Board Attorney represents the county on a wide range of issues including civil cases, eminent domain proceedings, title research, issuance of bonds, etc.
Board Attorney responsibilities
- Attend regular and called meetings of the Board of Supervisors
- Represent the Board of Supervisors in:
- All civil cases of county interest
- Eminent domain proceedings
- Examination and certification of titles to property the county might potentially acquire
- Any criminal suit against a county officer for malfeasance, where the county might be financially liable
- Answering legal inquires from board members and other county officials
- Researching land records
- Drafting board orders
- Obtaining Attorney General’s opinions
- Reviewing and drafting of contracts
- Bond work
- Handling an array of litigation