Requested legal services shall include: • Serve as general counsel for the Biloxi Public School District (BPSD). • Attend school board meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. • Attend any special called meetings and work sessions of the BPSD on an “as needed” basis as requested by the Superintendent or BPSD. • Review and make recommendation on all items on BPSD meeting agendas and meeting minutes. • Render legal opinions upon request by the BPSD, Superintendent, and/or their designee. • Provide legal assistance in preparing, reviewing and/or negotiating all legal documentation on behalf of the District. • Provide legal assistance in drafting policies, rules and regulations, and procedures as requested. • Advise and if necessary actively represent BPSD in any litigation in which the district is a party. The BPSD reserves the right to utilize alternate legal counsel should they so choose. • Advise BPSD, Superintendent, and other district administration on the legalities related to school district operations and give such written opinions as may be deemed necessary. • Prepare and/or review all contracts as directed to do so by the BPSD, the Superintendent, and/or their designee. • Review and advise regarding notices and specifications for bidders as needed. • Prepare and review all construction contracts, performance bonds, maintenance bonds, and all other documents required by MS statute and/or BPSD policy. • Provide legal services on property issues and advise on acquisition of real estate including title examination...
