C-101412 RFP 38-23 Tertiary Public Defense Attorney

The City of Vancouver has entered into a services agreement with Thomas Garvey Law PLLC to provide tertiary public defense attorney services. The contract is for a term of two years, commencing on September 5, 2023, and ending on September 4, 2025. The contractor will provide legal defense services to eligible clients, including representation in arraignments, pre-trials, trials, and other proceedings. The contractor will also provide support staff services, including legal assistants and secretaries. The contract includes a payment schedule, with a base rate of $415 per case, and a maximum total payment of $1090 per case. The contractor will also be reimbursed for insurance fees and other expenses. The contract includes provisions for termination, dispute resolution, and compliance with laws and regulations. Some key points to consider when comparing this contract to similar contracts are: • The scope of work, including the types of cases and proceedings that the contractor will handle • The payment schedule and reimbursement rates • The requirements for support staff and legal assistants • The provisions for termination and dispute resolution • The compliance requirements for laws and regulations Overall, this contract provides a comprehensive framework for the provision of tertiary public defense attorney services, and can serve as a model for similar contracts in the future.