he Mayor and Council of the Borough of Lawnside, acting in its redevelopment capacity under N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1 et. seq. have determined that it is in the interest of the Borough to acquire professional legal services to assist the evaluation of development proposals, redevelopment studies, selection of redevelopers, negotiation of redevelopment agreements, and related activities; and The Borough of Lawnside requires the services of special redevelopment counsel. Applicant should demonstrate knowledge of municipal and finance law, New Jersey redevelopment law and other matters pertinent to these projects. Any experience or knowledge of matters that directly affect the Borough of Lawnside and its redevelopment should be addressed. Applicants may be an individual or a firm. MANDATORY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey and appear before all state and federal courts and administrative offices of the State of New Jersey for a period of not less than ten (10) years preceding appointment. 2. Must have a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience representing municipal entities in connection with the approval of redevelopment ordinances and redevelopment plans. Must maintain 3. Must maintain a bona fide office in the State of New Jersey. 4. Must have sufficient support staff to provide all services required by the Borough including, but not limited to, the preparation of all documents necessary and incidental thereto. 5. Must list past and present public entities represented as redevelopment or related issues
