The Office of the Solicitor provides legal services to elected officials and all agencies of the County and, upon request, to County Council and the Controller; represents the County in all legal proceedings to which the County is a party; prepares and reviews ordinances and resolutions when so requested by the County Executive; approves for legality all contracts, agreements, or other legal documents executed by authorized County officials; ensures preparation of all contract and agreement formats as required by authorized County officials; reviews and approves surety bonds of County officials in accordance with the Code; directs and coordinates the utilization of legal counsel where Federal and State laws or regulations require separate legal counsel for the County; and performs such other duties and functions as are assigned by the County Executive.