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There is established within the District government a Legal Service for the Council, independent agencies, and subordinate agencies to ensure that the law business of the District government is responsive to the needs, policies, and goals of the District and is of the highest quality. In order to improve the quality and timeliness of the legal services that support the lawful activities, objectives, and policies of the District government, all attorneys who perform work primarily as or for the General Counsels of the subordinate agencies shall become employees of the subordinate agencies they advise.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 1-608.52. Creation of the Legal Service. - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/dc/division-i-government-of-district/dc-code-sect-1-608-52.html
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