Description
The Township of Delran is seeking proposals for two distinct legal service contracts for calendar year 2026: a Public Defender and a Zoning Board Attorney. Qualified New Jersey‑licensed attorneys (or firms designating a lead attorney) must demonstrate substantial municipal experience—minimum six years of bar admission and four years as a municipal public defender for the Public Defender role, and at least seven years of zoning/land‑use practice for the Zoning Board Attorney role. Proposals must include detailed fee structures (hourly, retainer, or per‑project) and comply with a suite of statutory disclosures (affirmative‑action, ownership, Iran‑investment, ADA compliance, and liability insurance). The township will evaluate experience, qualifications, availability, and cost‑reasonableness before awarding one‑year contracts, with no guarantee of workload.
• Positions: Public Defender (NJ‑licensed attorney with municipal criminal defense experience) and Zoning Board Attorney (expertise in NJ land‑use law).
• Contract length: One calendar year (2026) with work performed for the Township of Delran.
• Submission: One hard‑copy and one electronic copy per position, sealed, labeled “RFP for (Name of Position)”, due by Jan 27 2026 10:00 AM.
• Required documentation: Professional liability insurance, various statutory certifications, and detailed resumes.
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Contact
Jamey Eggers(Township Clerk)