Assistant/Special Counsel Services

Ocean County, New Jersey, is seeking qualified law firms or individual attorneys to serve as Assistant Counsel, Special Counsel, or both on a fee‑for‑service, as‑needed basis. The solicitation outlines four specialized Special Counsel categories (County Adjuster, Planning Board, Construction Board of Appeals, Open Public Records) each requiring a minimum of five years’ relevant experience. Assistant Counsel duties may include contract review, litigation, regulatory advice, and representation of the County in a broad range of public‑sector legal matters. Respondents must submit a single electronic proposal that includes certifications, attorney biographies, experience statements, references, a certificate of good standing, insurance documentation, and a detailed fee schedule (hourly rates, flat fees, reimbursable expenses). No minimum volume of work is guaranteed; assignments will be issued via purchase orders as needs arise. The County will evaluate qualifications, experience, understanding of scope, proximity to County offices, and completeness of the submission. Awards will be made within 60 days of receipt of proposals, and compensation will follow the submitted fee schedule subject to County approval. • Open to NJ‑licensed law firms or individual attorneys. • Two service tracks: Assistant Counsel (general county legal matters) and Special Counsel (four defined specialties). • Minimum 5 years experience in the specific specialty area. • Fee‑for‑service, no guaranteed workload; rates set by respondent and negotiated if needed. • Single electronic submission required; includes fee schedule, certificates, references, insurance, and good‑standing documentation. • Evaluation weighted 30 % qualifications, 30 % experience/references, 20 % understanding of scope, 10 % proximity, 10 % completeness. • Award/qualification decision within 60 days of receipt.