Description
The Spalding County Board of Commissioners is seeking qualified attorneys or law firms to provide indigent defense services in the Juvenile Court of Spalding County. The selected respondent(s) will provide comprehensive, professional, and timely indigent defense representation for eligible juveniles and parents in matters before the Juvenile Court. Services must be delivered in full compliance with applicable laws, court rules, and performance standards. Key responsibilities include providing continuous legal representation, conducting thorough case preparation, and maintaining professional and cooperative working relationships with the Court and other stakeholders.
• The selected respondent(s) will be required to provide services in dependency proceedings, delinquency cases, Child in Need of Services (CHINS) matters, juvenile probation revocation proceedings, and appeals.
• Respondents must demonstrate strong Juvenile Court experience, a commitment to trauma-informed advocacy, and the ability to manage confidential, sensitive, and time-critical cases.
• The County seeks providers that can deliver effective, timely, and legally sufficient representation, while also maintaining transparency, accountability, and performance measurement.
• Respondents must submit a Statement of Qualifications and a separate, sealed Cost Proposal.