The successful firm will provide the Township with legal guidance relating to, but not necessarily limited to: 1. Phone conferences and e-mail exchanges with the Township Administrator, Township Clerk, Township Chief Financial Officer, and Human Resources Director, preparation for and attendance at any regular meetings, workshop meetings, executive sessions and special meetings of the Township Committee, as well as phone conferences with members of the Township Committee and the Township Mayor. 2. Representing the Township in all litigation in the State of New Jersey (State or Federal Courts and/or administrative forums or Arbitration Hearings) and in any and all other proceedings wherein the attorney’s professional services may be required and wherein the Township is a party, or its rights or interests are involved. This shall include but not be limited to all court appearances, all work associated with any litigation, including initiating suit or defending any suit, as duly authorized by the Township Committee, and any and all other activities to properly represent the Township of Neptune. 3. Investigating the facts and ascertaining the legal position of the Township concerning any accident, claim or liability, and the Attorney shall in said case promptly do what may be required for the protection of the interests of the Township, as directed by the Township Committee. 4. Legal research and/or advisory opinions as needed. 5. Research and draft ordinances and/or resolutions. 6. Review and/or draft contracts, bid specifications and legal notices. 7. Conduct programs/seminars on specified legal issues for appropri
