League of California Cities
Emily Taylor is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Senior Deputy General Counsel at the League of California Cities since February 2024. Prior to this role, Emily was Deputy County Counsel for Placer County from November 2020 to January 2024. Previous positions include Senior Associate and Managing Associate at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP from March 2016 to November 2020, Associate Attorney at Hanson Bridgett LLP from January 2015 to February 2016, and Associate Attorney roles at Miller Law Group and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore from October 2013 to January 2015 and August 2011 to October 2013, respectively. Emily holds a JD from Duke University School of Law (2011) and a BA in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley (2007), along with studies at The American University of Paris in 2006.
League of California Cities
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VISION To be recognized and respected as the leading advocate for the common interests of California's Cities MISSION STATEMENT To expand and protect local control for cities through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians WE BELIEVE: Local self-governance is the cornerstone of democracy. Our strength lies in the unity of our diverse communities of interest. In the involvement of all stakeholders in establishing goals and in solving problems. In conducting the business of government with transparency, openness, respect, and civility. The spirit of honest public service is what builds communities. Open decision-making that is of the highest ethical standards honors the public trust. Cities are vital to the strength of the California economy. The vitality of cities is dependent upon their fiscal stability and local autonomy. The active participation of all city officials increases the League's effectiveness. Partnerships and collaborations are essential elements of focused advocacy and lobbying . Ethical and well-informed city officials are essential for responsive, visionary leadership, and effective and efficient City operations.