2027-005 RFP for Town Attorney

The Town of East Lyme, Connecticut, is soliciting proposals under RFP 2027-005 for a General Town Attorney to provide comprehensive legal services, excluding labor, employment, and bonding matters. The selected law firm or individual attorney will be appointed for a four-year term, with the possibility of subsequent four-year renewals. Key responsibilities include providing counsel on municipal operations and FOIA compliance, drafting ordinances, and attending bi-weekly in-person meetings with the First Selectman as well as evening meetings as required. Qualified candidates must be in good standing with the Connecticut State Bar, possess at least 10 years of experience in general government and land use law, and maintain legal malpractice insurance licensed in Connecticut. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes marked RFP for Legal Services to the Town's Finance Office by November 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Submissions must include one original and two copies, a detailed fee proposal including hourly rates and annual expense caps, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, a conflict of interest statement, and a five-year history of any attorney grievances. The Town will utilize a qualitative selection process, prioritizing quality and expertise over the lowest cost, evaluating candidates based on their familiarity with East Lyme, the qualifications of assigned staff, the thoroughness of their response, and their experience with similar clients.