RFP-236B-24 Legal Services - Litigation

Murray State University is seeking a qualified law firm or attorney to provide trial counsel and related litigation services, including contract review and representation in any legal actions against the university, its Board of Regents, or its employees. The contract will be awarded on a competitive basis, with evaluation weighted heavily toward attorney credentials, litigation experience, and prior work for the university. The work is billed at state‑mandated maximum hourly rates and reimbursable expenses; the firm must meet insurance, residency, and compliance requirements. • Scope: trial counsel, case preparation, courtroom advocacy, contract review for university‑related litigation. • Evaluation: 30 points attorney credentials, 30 points litigation background, 40 points prior representation of Murray State University (total 100). • Rates: Partner $125/hr, Associate $100/hr, Appellate $125/hr (case cap $20k), Paralegal $40/hr; expenses reimbursed per policy. • Compliance: Kentucky registration, insurance minimums, worker’s‑comp affidavit, affirmative‑action compliance, and required affidavits.