Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 2.2. Administration of Government |
SUBTITLE I. Organization of State Government |
PART B. Department of Law |
CHAPTER 5. Department of Law |
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions |
SECTION 2.2-510.2. Employment of outside counsel where a conflict of interests exists |
In cases where the Attorney General certifies to the Governor that it would be improper for the Attorney General's office to render legal services due to a conflict of interests, the Attorney General shall negotiate an agreement with outside counsel to render the necessary legal services for the matter. The agreement shall include a reasonable fee for the necessary legal services rendered. Compensation shall be expended from funds appropriated to the Attorney General's office. 2014, c. 824 . |