The municipal attorney in Oslo offers legal services to the municipality and its businesses. The office's task is to provide advice and assistance in legal matters that arise in the municipality's administration. This includes, among other things, contract law, administrative law and tort law.
The municipal attorney also works with court cases in which the municipality is a party, and represents the municipality in various legal processes. In addition to advice and procedure, the office helps to develop and implement legal guidelines and procedures for the municipality's employees.
As part of Oslo Municipality, the Municipal Attorney has a particular focus on ensuring that the municipality's activities are carried out in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations. The office plays an important role in safeguarding the municipality's interests and rights in legal contexts.