Commission appoints Ryan Shum as interim county attorney

Aug 6, 2025

The board appointed Ryan Shum as interim county attorney effective Aug. 8 to serve until a nominee for permanent appointment is selected; Shum introduced himself and reviewed his 29 years with the county attorney’s office.

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Washington County commissioners approved a resolution appointing Ryan Shum as interim county attorney effective Aug. 8. County staff told the commission that the local party will nominate candidates for the permanent appointment later this month; in the interim, Ryan Shum will serve until the commission makes a permanent appointment.

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