Harris County's Lawyer - the Harris County Attorney

As one of the few publicly elected County Attorneys in Texas who does strictly civil work, the Harris County Attorney's Office is a key to efficient, honest, and responsive government at the local level. As Harris County Attorney, Vince Ryan will be fair and impartial as he represents all aspects of Harris County government, its elected and appointed officials and employees, remembering always that his ultimate responsibility and loyalties are to the people of Harris County.

The Harris County Attorney’s Office provides a full spectrum of legal services to all officials and employees of Harris County, including.

• State and federal civil litigation
• Drafting and negotiating contracts
• Conducting condemnation proceedings
• Issuing County Attorney Opinions
• Collecting monies owed to Harris County
• Preparing documents for a wide range of transactions to include bond issues, Representing the State of Texas in mental health commitments and children's protective services
• Assisting in the administration of the guardianship program, which aids the elderly and disabled who are unable to care for themselves.
  

The office also serves the Harris County Hospital District, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Appraisal District, the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, and the Greater 911 Emergency Network.

"As the First Assistant under County Attorney Mike Driscoll, Vince Ryan established policies and procedures to bring the highest integrity and values to the Office, always keeping in mind that he served all the people of Harris County first and foremost – above any special interests." Dori Wind, Former Bureau Chief, Retired Harris County Attorney’s Office