GENERAL AND SPECIAL LEGAL COUNSEL SERVICES (EOWC)

The City of East Orange is seeking a qualified legal counsel to provide general and special legal services to the East Orange Board of Water Commissioners (EOBWC). The selected firm will be required to provide advice and representation in various matters, including litigation, environmental law, and regulatory compliance. The firm should have experience in municipal law, water and sewer utilities, and environmental law. The contract term is one year, and the city reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing general litigation experience and specialized knowledge of water and sewer utilities • Assisting in cooperation with governmental agencies and responding to their inquiries • Representing EOBWC and designated personnel before tribunals, boards, and panels • Maintaining a close working relationship with the City's Office of Corporation Counsel • Attending public meetings and providing other specialized legal services as needed • Submitting proposed hourly rates for litigation and other general matters • Providing a blended hourly rate for litigation and other general matters