Description
The East Orange Board of Education seeks a qualified law firm or attorney to serve as Special Counsel for the 2026‑2027 school year, providing on‑demand legal representation, advice, and document preparation across a broad range of education‑related matters. The contractor must be able to appear in administrative and judicial proceedings, draft and review contracts, advise on labor, special education, construction, procurement, and other regulatory issues, and support Board meetings with legal updates. Compliance with numerous New Jersey statutes (affirmative‑action, political‑contribution disclosure, insurance, background checks, etc.) is mandatory, and the proposal must include extensive certifications and cost information. The award will be based on a 100‑point scoring system (30 technical, 30 management, 40 cost).
• Provide on‑call legal counsel for litigation, negotiations, and regulatory compliance for the Board of Education.
• Deliver written opinions, contract reviews, policy drafting, and attend Board/committee meetings as needed.
• Submit a sealed proposal by June 4 2026 (10 a.m.) with required certifications, insurance certificates, and an annual fixed‑price cost proposal.
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Contact
Rochelle Gabriel(Qualified Purchasing Agent)