Outside Legal Services for the Office of Integrity

The City of Pontiac's Office of Integrity is seeking outside legal services to provide independent counsel on governmental ethics, public integrity, and related matters. The selected attorney or firm will provide legal research, analysis, advice, and other professional services as needed. The scope of work includes reviewing and interpreting applicable laws, evaluating the authority and responsibilities of City officials, and advising on potential revisions to the City Charter and other governing documents. The City reserves the right to expand, narrow, suspend, or modify assigned services based on information developed during the engagement. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing independent legal advice on governmental ethics and public integrity • Reviewing and interpreting applicable laws and City Charter provisions • Evaluating the authority and responsibilities of City officials • Advising on potential revisions to the City Charter and other governing documents • Conducting legal research and analysis • Providing other legal services as needed