26-005: Legal Services

The Salem City Board of Education is seeking a qualified law firm (or individual attorney) to provide a comprehensive suite of legal services for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year, with the possibility of annual renewals. Services may be limited to one or more of the following categories: general counsel, special‑education counsel, labor/personnel counsel, bond counsel, and real‑estate/construction counsel. The firm must supply attorneys licensed in New Jersey, maintain a staff of at least three qualified professionals, and meet extensive experience and compliance requirements. Proposals must be submitted in paper format (one original and two copies) by the March 6, 2026 deadline; the award is anticipated at the Board meeting on April 8, 2026. • Provide legal advice, drafting, and representation across a broad range of school‑district matters (contracts, discipline, labor, special‑education, bonds, real‑estate). • Respond to emergent issues within 24 hours verbally (follow‑up in writing) and attend Board or committee meetings as needed. • Submit required certifications, disclosures, and questionnaires; demonstrate at least five years of NJ public‑school law experience and provide three recommendation letters from other NJ districts.