New Jersey Cherry Hill Civic Plus #2025-3-6

The Township of Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a qualified law firm or attorney to provide Special Counsel professional legal services for the 2025 calendar year. - Government Buyer: - Township of Cherry Hill, including all departments, boards, commissions, and affiliated agencies (e.g., Cherry Hill Public Library) - Contact: Patti Chacker, Township Clerk, Municipal Building, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ - Scope of Services: - Specialized legal advice and representation for: - Open Public Records Act (OPRA) and Common Law Right of Access requests - Subpoenas - Review and drafting of legal documents (contracts, deeds, ordinances, resolutions) - Other legal services as directed by the Township Municipal Attorney - Services must be available on an as-needed basis, including emergency and non-business hours - Compensation and Term: - $10,500 per month for a minimum of 60 hours - Additional authorized services billable at hourly rates - One-year contract for calendar year 2025 - Minimum Qualifications: - At least two licensed professionals on staff - Minimum 15 years' experience representing public entities, especially large municipalities in South Jersey - Designation of a primary professional licensed and in good standing - Proposal Submission: - One original, two copies, and an electronic copy on a flash drive - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional legal services solicitation

The Township of Cherry Hill is soliciting proposals for a one-year professional services contract starting January 1, 2025, for Special Counsel legal services. The selected firm will provide specialized legal advice on matters such as Open Public Record Act requests, subpoenas, and review of legal documents including contracts, deeds, ordinances, and resolutions. The services require availability on an as-needed basis, including emergency response and non-business hours. Applicants must have at least two licensed professionals with a minimum of 15 years' experience representing public entities, particularly large municipalities in South Jersey.