Opportunity
Westwood Town Granicus #BOS-26-R-006
Town of Westwood Solicits Legal Services for Town Counsel
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
June 25, 2026
Identifier
BOS-26-R-006
NAICS
541110
The Town of Westwood, Massachusetts is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to serve as Town Counsel, providing comprehensive legal services to the municipality. - Government Buyer: - Town of Westwood Select Board (Department of Procurement and Veteran's Services) - Scope of Services: - General municipal law, municipal finance, zoning and land use, real estate transactions - Town meeting advisement and attendance - Drafting and monitoring special legislation - Public bidding and procurement, affordable housing, subdivision control - Environmental regulations, elections law, liquor licensing - Representation in courts and administrative agencies - Timely written legal opinions, regular office hours, and quarterly litigation summaries - Requirements: - Must be a member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar and Federal Bar for the District of Massachusetts - Minimum five years of experience representing Massachusetts municipalities - Professional liability insurance of at least $2,000,000 - Accessibility, accountability, and backup attorney required - Preference for a generalist model with access to specialists as needed - Creative fee structures encouraged - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a professional legal services procurement.
Description
The Town of Westwood, Massachusetts, is seeking to appoint a highly qualified attorney or law firm as Town Counsel effective August 1, 2026. The Town Counsel will provide legal services in various areas of municipal law including general municipal law, municipal finance, zoning, real estate, town meeting advisement, and representation in courts and administrative agencies. The role requires availability for frequent contact, attendance at town meetings, and provision of legal advice to town officials and staff. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Procurement and Veteran's Services in Westwood, MA, with proposals due by June 25, 2026.