Fund Defense Panel

The South Bergen Municipal Joint Insurance Fund is seeking a service provider to join its Defense Panel for the 2026 fund year. The selected provider will offer legal services to the Fund, including defense against workers' compensation litigation. The contract will be awarded through a Fair and Open process, and the provider must demonstrate experience in providing similar services to joint insurance or self-insured governmental entities. Key responsibilities include providing legal representation, controlling workers' compensation litigation, and designating attorneys to defend the Fund. The provider must also comply with various regulations, including those related to business registration, equal employment opportunity, and disclosure of investment activities in Iran. • The provider must have experience in providing legal services to joint insurance or self-insured governmental entities. • The provider must demonstrate a consistent pattern of successfully controlling workers' compensation litigation. • The provider must designate and provide background information on all attorneys who may be assigned to defend the Fund. • The provider must comply with various regulations, including those related to business registration, equal employment opportunity, and disclosure of investment activities in Iran. • The provider must submit a proposal that includes contact information, compensation, and a description of their experience and qualifications.