Garrett Lam

Profile: Garrett Lam Title: Assistant City Attorney, City of Lawton Department: Legal Services Focus: Municipal Law, Public Policy Architecture, and Administrative Litigation

Professional Overview Garrett Lam is an Assistant City Attorney for the City of Lawton, where he serves as a primary legal researcher and drafter of municipal ordinances. His career is characterized by a steady progression through state and municipal legal departments, with a specific emphasis on the intersection of public service and administrative law. Professional Experience City of Lawton | Assistant City Attorney (Oct 2023 – Present)Provides legal counsel to city leadership and departments.Drafts resolutions and ordinances presented to the Lawton City Council.City of Tulsa | Assistant City Attorney (Nov 2022 – Sep 2023)Focused on Municipal Law and Municipal Services within the Tulsa City Prosecutor’s office.Oklahoma Department of Human Services | State’s Attorney (Nov 2019 – Nov 2022)Served the Child Support Services division in Cleveland County, representing the state in administrative and judicial proceedings.City of Oklahoma City | Legal Intern & Counsel (Jan 2019 – Nov 2019)Transitioned from a Licensed Legal Intern to Part-Time Legal Counsel, focusing on municipal research.Hammons, Gowens, Hurst & Associates | Licensed Legal Intern (Mar 2018 – Jul 2018)Gained foundational experience in employment and civil litigation. Education & Academic Honors Juris Doctor (J.D.): Oklahoma City University School of Law (Class of 2019).Recipient: CALI Award for Excellence in the Norick Municipal Law Research Clinic.Honors: Dean’s Service Award and OCU Law Alumni Award for Service.Bachelor of Science: Texas Tech University (c. 2015/2016).Major: Animal Sciences.Note: This technical undergraduate background contributes to his methodology in detailed municipal research and policy architecture. Key Knowledge Areas Municipal Code Development: Expertise in researching and drafting enforceable city ordinances.Public Trust & Compliance: Specialized in ensuring city actions align with the Oklahoma Open Records Act and state statutes.Administrative Prosecution: Significant experience in state and municipal litigation frameworks. Personal & Residency Residency: Based on public social and professional records, Lam maintains a residence in Texas (Burkburnett area) and commutes to Lawton for his role at City Hall.Civic Context: As a “Red Raider” and a commuter from across the state line, he represents a specific regional archetype—a Texas-based professional exercising significant influence over Oklahoma municipal policy.