County Attorney's Office

Policy Formulation

Operating Budget

$46.4M

Capital Budget

$0

Employees

168

YoY Change

+12.4%

About This Department

The County Attorney's Office provides legal advice and representation to Miami-Dade County government. The office's 168 attorneys and legal staff defend the county in lawsuits, review contracts, and ensure county operations follow state and federal law. In FY 2025-26, the office operates on a $46.4 million budget.

Based on FY 2025-26 adopted budget. Generated March 1, 2026.

Key Changes

The operating budget for the County Attorney's Office increased by $5.1 million in FY 2025-26, a 12.4% rise from the previous year's $41.3 million budget.

Budget History

Fiscal YearTotal BudgetOperatingCapital
FY 2024-25$41.3M$41.3M$0
FY 2025-26$46.4M$46.4M$0

Data available from FY 2024-25