Description
The East Orange Board of Education is seeking a qualified law firm or legal practice to provide comprehensive litigation‑counsel services for the 2025‑2026 school year. The contractor will act as the district’s primary legal representative in all litigation, administrative hearings, and related matters, offering strategic advice, risk‑management guidance, and rapid response to emergent issues. The engagement requires a lead attorney plus at least three additional attorneys with New Jersey education‑law experience, same‑day response capability, and the ability to handle a broad spectrum of legal topics ranging from civil‑rights and Title IX cases to contract, property, and compliance matters. The contract is a one‑year, non‑renewable term (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026) with a mandatory 10 % bid bond (max $20,000) and a performance bond equal to 100 % of the contract price. Proposals must be submitted in two sealed paper copies by April 7 2026.
• Represent the district in lawsuits, administrative hearings, appeals, and settlement negotiations.
• Provide specialized counsel on education‑law issues (constitutional, Title IX, special‑education, employment, charter‑school matters).
• Deliver risk‑management protocols, crisis‑response legal advice, and compliance support for federal/state regulations.
• Maintain a team of at least four NJ‑licensed attorneys with a minimum of five years district‑law experience and meet extensive bonding, insurance, and certification requirements.
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Contact
Rochelle Gabriel(Qualified Purchasing Agent)