Mission Statement

To protect and preserve the interests of Forsyth County Government through the initiation and defense of legal proceedings, and the successful conclusion of these proceedings, to provide accurate legal advice upon which decisions can be made by the Board and County Departments.

County Attorney

• represents Forsyth County to protect its interest through the initiation, defense, and conclusion of legal proceedings including lawsuit, administrative proceedings, and claims;
• provides advice to Board of Commissioners, County departments & agencies about legal matters;
• prepares & reviews legal documents such as contracts, ordinances, resolutions, legislation and notices.

Attorney - Social Services

• provides legal services to Dept. of Social Services for child welfare & child support cases.

B. Gordon Watkins III
Forsyth County Attorney