Mission Statement
The Office of the Richmond City Attorney endeavors to render timely legal services of only the highest quality to the City Council and the City Administration, consistent with its commitment to professionalism.
The Office functions as both advisor and advocate as it pursues the City's goals while remaining dedicated to principles of ethical behavior, efficiency and accountability.
Laura K. Drewry
City Attorney
Contact Us - City Attorney
Office of the City Attorney
City of Richmond
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 400
Richmond, VA 23219 USA
Phone - (804) 646-7940
Process Service
Process may be served at the Office of the City Attorney between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
OUR ATTORNEYS
Sharon is senior assistant city attorney in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
She is the primary contact for
- Police
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Richmond Police Department
Lindsey is the Deputy City Attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
J.D., University of Richmond, 2005
She is the primary contact for
Rhanelle is assistant city attorney in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
J.D., Georgetown University Law Center, 2005
She is the primary contact for
- Police
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Richmond Police Department
Tori is an assistant city attorney in the Governance and Finance Division of the Office of the City Attorney.
Employed as an attorney since 2022
J.D. North Carolina Central University, 2018
She is the primary contact for
- Citizen Service & Response
- Minority Business Development
- Registrar
- Strategic Communications & Community Engagement
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Council Legislation
- General Assembly
John is assistant city attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
J.D. University of Richmond, 2022
His primary practice area of responsibility is
- FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) - Records
Keisha is senior assistant city attorney in the Human Services Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2018
J.D., University of Richmond, 2000
She is the primary contact for
- Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- DSS (Department of Social Services) Litigation
Laura is the City Attorney for the City of Richmond.
Employed since 2006
J.D., George Mason University, 1996
She is the primary contact for
- Chief Administrative Officer
- City Council
- Mayor
Shannan is an assistant city attorney in the Governance and Finance Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2020
J.D., University of Richmond, 2016
She is the primary contact for
- Library Board
- Auditor
- Procurement Services
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Contract Review
- Grant Contracts
Neil is senior assistant city attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2013
J.D., College of William and Mary, 2012
He is the primary contact for
- Planning and Development Review
His primary practice areas of responsibility are
- Land Use and Planning
- Real Estate Transactions
Ariel is assistant city attorney in the Human Services Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2024
J.D., North Carolina Central University, 2016
She is the primary contact for
- Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- DSS (Department of Social Services) Litigation
Sophie is assistant city attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2023
Greg is the deputy city attorney for Blight Abatement in the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 1998
J.D., George Mason University, 1993
He is the primary contact for
- Fire & Emergency Services
- Towing Advisory Board
His primary practice areas of responsibility are
- ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control)
- Code Enforcement
- Collections
- Parking and Towing
- Permits, Property Maintenance & Zoning Enforcement
- Tax Delinquent Property Sales & Tax Enforcement
Susan is senior assistant city attorney in the Governance and Finance Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2013
J.D., College of William & Mary, 2012
She is the primary contact for
- Emergency Communications, Preparedness & Response
- Information Technology
- Procurement Services
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Contract Review
Monica is an assistant city attorney in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2024
J.D., University of Richmond, 2021
She is the primary contact for
- Richmond Retirement Board
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Litigation
Wirt is senior assistant city attorney in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2017
J.D., University of Richmond, 1994
He is the primary contact for
- GRTC (Registered Agent)
- Inspector General
- Risk Management
His primary practice area of responsibility is
- Liability Litigation
Emily is assistant city attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
J.D., William & Mary Law School, 2018
She is the primary contact for
- Public Utilities (Gas and Electric)
- Public Utilities (Water, Stormwater and Wastewater)
Matthew is senior assistant city attorney in the Human Services Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2015
J.D., University of Richmond, 2012
He is the primary contact for
- Animal Care & Control
His primary practice area of responsibility is
- DSS (Department of Social Services) Litigation
Janet is deputy city attorney for Human Services in the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2009
J. D., Wayne State University, 1985
She is the primary contact for
- DCAO for Human Services
- Social Services
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- DSS (Department of Social Services) Litigation
Tabrica is deputy city attorney in the Governance and Finance Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed since 2006
J.D., University of Richmond, 2001
She is the primary contact for
- City Clerk
- Council Chief of Staff
- DCAO for Finance and Administration
Her primary practice area of responsibility is
- Conflict of Interests Act
- Council Legislation
- FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) - Meetings
Christopher is an Assistant City Attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney.
Employed since 2026.
J.D., University of Virginia, 2024.
Al is assistant city attorney in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2023
J.D. Duke University, 2004
He is the primary contact for
- Human Resources
- Personnel Board
His primary practice area of responsibility is
- Employment Litigation (administrative)
- Liability Litigation
- Workers' Compensation
Danielle is assistant city attorney in the Operations and Development Division of the Office of the City Attorney
Employed as an attorney since 2024
J.D., University of Richmond, 1997
She is the primary contact for
- Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
- Community Wealth Building
- Housing & Community Development
- Public Works
- Sustainability
Her primary practice areas of responsibility are
