Del Mar, CA – Devaney Pate Morris & Cameron, LLP (DPMC), a leading California municipal law firm, announces that Partner Christina Cameron has been named City Attorney for the City of Del Mar, effective February 9, 2026. Cameron succeeds Leslie Devaney, who served as Del Mar City Attorney since July 2009.
About the City of Del Mar
Located 20 miles north of San Diego, Del Mar is a coastal community incorporated in 1959. As San Diego County’s smallest city at 2.2 square miles with approximately 4,200 residents, Del Mar maintains a distinctive small-town character while attracting over 2 million visitors annually.
Christina Cameron’s Public Service Experience
Cameron brings extensive municipal law expertise to her new role:
- Nearly 20 years specializing in public entity law
- Deputy City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney for Del Mar since 2009
- Nearly 40 years of dedicated public service
- Recognized expertise in California government ethics laws
“I am honored to serve as Del Mar City Attorney and look forward to continuing my work with the City Council and Del Mar’s dedicated public servants,” said Cameron.
Transition from Leslie Devaney
Leslie Devaney, DPMC’s Managing Partner and municipal law team leader, reflected on the transition: “It has been my honor and pleasure to serve as Del Mar City Attorney for 16½ years.” Devaney continues to lead DPMC’s municipal law practice serving Del Mar and other California cities.
About Devaney Pate Morris & Cameron, LLP
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Devaney Pate Morris & Cameron, LLP is a full-service California law firm dedicated exclusively to defending and advising public entities throughout the state. DPMC provides comprehensive legal counsel to municipalities, special districts, joint powers authorities, and other government agencies across California. The firm’s practice areas include municipal law, public entity defense, employment law, land use and development, government ethics and compliance, public works and construction, constitutional law, and general civil litigation. With a team of experienced attorneys who understand the unique challenges facing California’s public agencies, DPMC combines responsive client service with deep expertise in public sector law to deliver effective legal solutions tailored to each client’s needs.