Opportunity
Clifton School District Civicplus #26-127
Special Tax Appeal Counsel Services for City of Clifton, NJ
Posted
April 16, 2026
Identifier
26-127
NAICS
541110
The City of Clifton, NJ is seeking qualified law firms to provide Special Tax Appeal Counsel Services for a one-year contract period. - Government Buyer: - City of Clifton, Department of Purchasing - Contact: Purchasing Agent Amisha Jariwala - Services Requested: - Legal and litigation services for real estate tax appeals - Preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery documents - Representation in depositions, settlement conferences, pre-trial motions, trials, and appeals - Legal guidance and representation as directed by the Municipal Attorney or designee - Attendance at Board of Commissioners or committee meetings - Conducting legal programs for officials or employees - Requirements: - Law firm must be licensed to practice in New Jersey - Minimum five years' experience representing NJ municipalities in tax appeals - Compliance with New Jersey affirmative action and conflict of interest policies - Proposals must include hourly rates for partners and associates - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional legal services solicitation - Place of Performance: - City of Clifton, 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013
Description
The City of Clifton is soliciting proposals from law firms licensed to practice law in New Jersey to provide Special Tax Appeal Counsel Services for a one-year contract starting from the date of award. The services include legal research, drafting pleadings, representing the city in litigation related to real estate tax appeals, attending meetings, and providing legal guidance as directed. Proposals must be submitted by April 30, 2026, and the contract is open until awarded. The successful firm must have significant experience representing New Jersey municipalities in Tax Court and County Boards of Taxation.