Description
This contract is a multiple‑award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued by Snohomish County, Washington, to engage attorneys to serve as Guardians Ad Litem for children in dependency or termination cases. The scope requires independent investigations, reporting to the Juvenile Court, advocacy, and compliance with state statutes (RCW 13) and local rules. Compensation is based on a per‑family‑unit fee schedule ranging from $1,250 to $2,000, with additional fixed payments for trial preparation and other special circumstances. The contract runs through the end of 2019 with two optional one‑year extensions, and all proposals were due on 22 April 2019.
• Provide independent child‑centered investigative reports and court recommendations.
• Receive monthly payments for dependency appointments and lump‑sum fees for termination/guardianship appointments.
• Must hold a Washington State law license, complete Title 13 training, and carry specified insurance coverage.