To provide technical, operational and administrative leadership for the efficient and effective performance of the legal functions of the Service.

1. Provides input for the formulation of policies
2. Ensures the efficient and effective management of the human, material and financial resources of the Directorate;
3. Ensures the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programmes and activities of the Directorate.
4. Provides legal advice on matters relating to the operations of the Service
5. Liaises with the Office of the Attorney General and other stakeholders for the preparation and review of legal documentation relating to the mandate of the Service
6. Ensures the gazette of notices issued under the Ghana National Fire Service Act and other Regulations
7. Ensures the drafting, reviewing and processing of legal documentation and agreements
8. Oversees the development and maintenance of a comprehensive database on legal activities of the Service
9. Ensures the development and implementation of prosecution, litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution proceedings
10. Represents the Service on matters that may be brought before the court of law and other quasi bodies
11. Ensures close collaboration with other Directorate to ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations
12. Ensures the implementation of recommendations contained in audit reports for the Directorate
13. Ensures the preparation of the budget and work plan of the Directorate
14. Ensures the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Directorate
15. Oversees the implementation of the Performance Management System within the Directorate
16. Supervises and appraises immediate subordinate staff