The Erie County Attorney's Office cannot provide legal advice or representation to members of the general public
- Can the County Attorney represent me or residents of the County in legal matters or disputes?
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No, by law the County Attorney is the legal advisor to the County. The County Attorney cannot offer you personal legal counsel.
- How can I find a lawyer to represent me?
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The New York State Unified Court System offers a directory of lawyers in your area. Additionally, the Bar Association of Erie County offers a lawyer referral program. For more information about the Erie County Bar Association Referral Program, contact them directly at (716) 852-3100 http://www.eriebar.org/LawyerReferralandInformationService
- Frequently asked questions that the County Attorney's Office is ethically prohibited from answering:
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- How do I file a claim against Erie County?
- Where and how do I serve court papers on Erie County?
- Can you give me legal advice?
- Can you recommend an attorney?