Lavaca County authorizes Allison Bass McGee LLP to pursue illegal-subdivision litigation after closed session
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Summary
Following a closed executive session, the Lavaca County Commissioners Court on June 9 voted 5-0 to authorize law firm Allison Bass McGee LLP to pursue litigation related to an alleged illegal subdivision in the county.
After a brief closed executive session on June 9, the Lavaca County Commissioners Court voted to authorize Allison Bass McGee LLP to pursue litigation concerning an alleged illegal subdivision in the county.
The court moved into executive session to consult with the county attorney and returned to open session before taking the vote. A motion to allow Allison Bass McGee LLP to pursue the litigation was made and seconded; the court's record shows a 5-0 vote by show of hands.
The court did not disclose case details in open session. Commissioners said they would rely on the county attorney and the retained firm for legal strategy; further public updates will depend on the ongoing litigation and counsel's guidance.
Motion: Motion to approve allowance for Allison Bass McGee LLP to pursue litigation (motion made by Precinct 2, seconded by Precinct 1; approved 5-0 by show of hands).
Because the matter was discussed in executive session, the court did not provide additional specifics about the allegations or legal claims when it voted in open session.

