New Jersey Cherry Hill Civic Plus #2025 Prof Services - Public Defenders for Twp

The Township of Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking qualified attorneys to provide Public Defender and Substitute/Conflict Public Defender services for the 2025 calendar year. - Government Buyer: - Township of Cherry Hill, Municipal Clerk's Office - Contact: Patti Chacker, Township Clerk - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified; this is a professional legal services procurement for licensed attorneys - Services Requested: - Public Defender Services: Representation of indigent defendants in Cherry Hill Municipal Court - One primary Public Defender required - Service required one day per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon), plus possible additional monthly session for incarcerated defendants - Compensation: $600 per session - Substitute/Conflict Public Defender Services: Legal representation in cases of conflict or unavailability of the primary Public Defender - One or more substitutes may be appointed - Compensation: $150 per defendant per session, up to $600 per session - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Attorneys must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey - Significant experience in Municipal Court required - Compliance with New Jersey affirmative action and disclosure laws (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq., N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq., N.J.S.A. 19:44A-1 et seq.) - Proposals must include one signed original, two copies, and an electronic copy on a flash drive - Selection based on price and qualifications through a fair and open process - Place of Performance: - Cherry Hill Municipal Court, Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ

The Township of Cherry Hill is soliciting proposals from attorneys licensed in New Jersey to serve as Public Defender or Substitute/Conflict Public Defenders for the 2025 calendar year. The contract requires significant experience in Municipal Court and compliance with state affirmative action laws. Proposals must be submitted by September 24, 2024, and include original and copies with an electronic version. The selection will be made through a fair and open process considering price and qualifications.