[Rev. Ords. 1989, § 2-172]
The town council may, at the request of any department, board, committee or agency, or on its own motion, appoint a special attorney to advise, assist or represent the department, board, committee or agency or the town council in any matter or cause in which the town solicitor is unable or unwilling to serve. The school committee of the town will have the prerogative of retaining legal counsel of its choice.
[Rev. Ords. 1989, § 2-173]
The town solicitor may from time to time appoint an assistant town solicitor to assist the solicitor in all legal matters concerning the town. Appointment of an assistant town solicitor shall be subject to approval by the town council.