Attorney retention in public defender and district attorney offices
Summary
Private law firms keep poaching experienced county attorneys with bigger paychecks — the DA's office lost about eight lawyers in the past year and a half. The county is using leftover grant money to keep two veteran public defenders.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
No county money — the $10,000 in bonuses comes from a state grant that would be lost if unspent by December 31.
Two veteran public defenders, and county residents who keep experienced prosecutors and defenders handling their cases.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Salary Board - Sep 2, 2026
Private law firms keep poaching experienced county attorneys with bigger paychecks — the DA's office lost about eight lawyers in the past year and a half. The county is using leftover grant money to keep two veteran public defenders.
County Commissioners - Jul 15, 2026
Former Congressman Andy Warren questioned a $10,000 mid-year raise tied to a title change and numerous DA office salary adjustments, asking whether those employees will still get the January cost-of-living adjustment. The chair said the office has historically been underpaid and raises aim to retain staff.
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