Township Attorney Services

The Township Council of a New Jersey municipality is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive township attorney services. The selected attorney will attend all council meetings, render legal advice on municipal affairs to the council and township manager, and perform duties prescribed by charter or ordinance. The agency requires this legal representation to protect municipal interests, manage litigation, and ensure all local government actions align with applicable laws. The scope of work requires the attorney to prepare and approve all ordinances and substantive resolutions before their introduction and passage. The attorney must review and approve all contracts, deeds, documents, and instruments prior to execution by the township. Additionally, the attorney will conduct appeals affecting township interests, enter into litigation settlements subject to council approval, and retain special counsel when necessary with council consent. Bidders must maintain detailed records of all actions, suits, proceedings, and matters relating to township interests and report on these matters as requested. Eligible providers must be located onshore within the United States, and all legal services must be performed onsite at the township. The agency accepts digital proposal submissions via email or an online portal, and bidders must propose their own pricing structure as the agency has not disclosed a specific budget.