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Civil Litigation

Dec. 11, 2025

Compton city attorney who sued council over office changes resigns

Compton City Attorney Eric J. Perrodin resigned amid dueling lawsuits with the city over his office's authority, staffing, and alleged misconduct, ending a protracted dispute that included limits on using his official title.

Compton City Attorney Eric J. Perrodin has resigned his post following a legal battle with the city concerning the scope of the office's responsibilities.

"I submit this resignation voluntarily and with full understanding that, under Section 505 of the Compton City Charter, it creates a vacancy to be filled by the City Council in accordance with the Charter and applicable law," Perrodin said in a resignation letter dated Dec. 8 and obtained by the Daily Journal. &quo...

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