Request for Proposal for Legal Services for Juveniles

The Oakland County Circuit Court is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide legal counsel to minor children in delinquency proceedings and child protective proceedings. The scope of work includes representation at preliminary hearings, through final disposition and review, as well as appeals to the Michigan Court of Appeals or Michigan Supreme Court for child protective cases. The contract will be for a 12-month period, with the option for four successive one-year extensions. The court is looking for comprehensive proposals that include a description of the proposed service plan, staff qualifications, and a management plan. Proposals will be evaluated based on factors such as the plan's comprehensiveness, the proposer's experience and qualifications, and the total cost of proposed services. • The scope of work includes representation of minor children in child protective proceedings as Lawyer-Guardian ad litem (LGAL) and in delinquency proceedings. • The contract will be for a 12-month period, with the option for four successive one-year extensions. • Proposals must include a description of the proposed service plan, staff qualifications, and a management plan. • Proposals will be evaluated based on factors such as the plan's comprehensiveness, the proposer's experience and qualifications, and the total cost of proposed services.