Outside Counsel Legal Services for City of Albany Community Police Review Board

The City of Albany is seeking outside counsel to provide legal services to the Community Police Review Board. The board is an independent review body that investigates complaints of misconduct by Albany Police Department officers. The selected counsel will provide legal advice and representation on an as-needed basis, including attending board meetings, reviewing and analyzing relevant laws, and representing the board in litigation. The contract period will be for one year, with the option to extend for an additional year. • The selected counsel must have experience providing legal advice and opinions on various legal issues and interpretations of the Albany Charter and related city, state, and federal laws. • The selected counsel must be an attorney duly admitted to practice law in New York State, with a current and valid registration and at least three years of relevant experience. • The selected counsel must agree not to simultaneously represent any party making complaints to or appearing before the board or other instrumentality within the City of Albany. • The selected counsel will work collaboratively with the Common Council, staff of the Common Council, the board, staff of the board, the City of Albany Corporation Counsel’s Office, and any other City employees or officials.