Borough Attorney (RFP)

The Borough Attorney shall serve as Director of Law. Responsibilities shall include: Assisting Borough staff and perform duties as outlined; Providing Legal Counsel; Providing representation of the Borough on tax appeals before the County Board of Taxation; Attending regularly scheduled and special Council meetings and such meetings that may be required by the Mayor, Council, or staff; Assisting in preparation and review of bid documents for public contracts; Assisting in the preparation of ordinances and resolutions; Reviewing all resolutions and ordinances prior to Council Meetings; Representing the Borough in the sale or purchase of real estate; Working with the Borough’s Municipal Housing Liaison and Administrative Agent; Defending the Borough, Mayor, or Council in prerogative writ complaints, as well as representation before any other public agencies or bodies; OPRA compliance; and Providing professional services to the Borough on all legal issues relative to the standard operations of the Borough.