Description
The Poughkeepsie City School District seeks a qualified law firm to serve as its chief legal counsel for the 2027‑first‑half fiscal period. The firm will provide comprehensive general counsel, labor‑relations, special‑education, and student‑discipline services, attend board meetings, and deliver training on compliance topics. The engagement is a six‑month contract with a possible annual renewal, paid via a flat retainer plus a standard fee schedule for billable services.
• Scope includes employment law, PERB representation, special‑education compliance, real‑property tax, construction, and election law.
• Minimum attendance at two Board of Education meetings per month (evenings as needed) and weekly on‑site consultation.
• Deliverables: status report each July, ongoing legal advice, training sessions, and representation in various administrative and judicial forums.
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Contact
(845) 451-4973