About this opportunity
AI summaryThe City of Salem requests proposals from New Jersey licensed attorneys or law firms to serve as Municipal Prosecutor from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027. The selected prosecutor will attend municipal court sessions, handle plea negotiations and trials, manage pre-trial discovery and investigations, secure experts, conduct legal research, and prepare briefs and motions. Eligible applicants must be fully licensed and in good standing to practice law in New Jersey with at least three years of experience as a municipal prosecutor. Applicants must submit three copies of their proposal, with one marked original, to the Office of the City Clerk by 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026. The City Council will evaluate proposals based on responsiveness, experience, qualifications matching City needs, local knowledge, availability, office resources, and overall advantage to the City. Compensation will be negotiated under a professional services contract with the most qualified applicant, who may also bill for customary expenses.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- City of Salem
Scope of work
- Attend all regularly scheduled Municipal Court sessions and any special sessions
- Engage in plea negotiations and trial of all Municipal Court cases
- Compile and handle all issues of pre-trial discovery
- Interface with Judge, Defense Attorneys, pro se parties, law enforcement officers, County Prosecutor, and Attorney General
- Engage in all necessary pre-trial investigation and secure experts if necessary
- Engage in legal research and preparation of briefs, motions, and memoranda of law
- Accommodate meetings, phone conferences, event attendance, and office consultations with City officials
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Responsiveness to the Qualification Evaluation and other required submissions | Not specified |
| General experience and reputation in the field | Not specified |
| Specific experience/knowledge of the City of Salem and the subject matter to be addressed under the Contract | Not specified |
| Qualifications and experience which most closely match the needs of the City | Not specified |
| Availability to accommodate meeting and interface requirements with the Mayor, City Council, and City Officials | Not specified |
| Office resources, including backup staff, deemed most adequate to service the needs of the City | Not specified |
| Applicant deemed otherwise most advantageous based on all information submitted or gathered | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be fully licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Municipal Prosecutor
- Available for court sessions indicated on the Salem City 2027 Court schedule
Documents to include with your response
- Resume and/or documentation demonstrating compliance with Minimum Requirements
- Description of experience with municipal court procedure, plea negotiations, and trial
- Description of general knowledge of New Jersey Statutes Title 2C, Title 39, and municipal ordinances
- Description of experience regarding non-municipal court matters and Municipal Land Use Law
- Disclosures regarding pending or past disciplinary proceedings, malpractice lawsuits, and arrests or convictions
- Statement of office location and description of office resources and support staff
- Signed Pay to Play forms
- Combined Certification: Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus & Investment Activities in Iran form
Key dates
- Proposals due
- on or before 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026
- Public opening
- 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026
- Contract term start
- January 1, 2027
- Contract term end
- December 31, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit three copies of your proposal with one clearly marked Original to the Office of the City Clerk at 125 West Broadway, Salem, New Jersey 08079.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027
- Place of performance
- Salem, New Jersey