‘Hostile work environment’ lawsuit brought against Ellis County

ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County Commissioners’ Court approved retaining Southlake, TX law firm Ross, Gannaway, Clifton as the legal firm for a hostile work environment claim in the county.

The law firm will have the task of investigating and offering legal advice regarding the claim.

The item was introduced by Mayor Pro Tem Commissioner Lane Grayson, pct. 2, serving as county judge at last week’s meeting in County Judge Todd Little’s absence.

There was a motion made by Commissioner Paul Perry, pct. 3, to accept the law firm services.

Commissioner Kyle Butler, pct. 4, seconded the motion.

The commissioners then unanimously voted to pass the agenda item.

No information was obtained from the department the hostile work environment was filed.

County Judge Todd Little’s office stated in an email, “All information regarding which department/office the claim came from is considered confidential, attorney-client privileged information due to ongoing litigation.”