Description
The South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC) is seeking a qualified Bond Counsel to manage and advise on all aspects of its municipal bond issuances for a one‑year term, with two optional one‑year renewals. The selected counsel will prepare, supervise, and execute bond proceedings, draft offering materials, secure required governmental approvals, and render legal opinions on securities compliance, investor eligibility, and enforceability of related agreements. Additional legal support related to bond transactions may be required at the discretion of SJPC.
• Prepare and oversee the full bond issuance process, including authorization, issuance, sale, and delivery.
• Draft and review official statements, private placement memoranda, and other offering documentation.
• Obtain necessary governmental approvals, rulings, and exemptions for bond transactions.
• Provide legal opinions on securities law applicability, investor eligibility, and enforceability of security agreements and indentures.
• Offer any other bond‑related legal assistance requested by SJPC during the contract term.