To: Dale K. Weighill, Governmental Operations Committee Chairperson
From: Sam Olson, Probate and Juvenile Court Administrator
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RE: Approval of an agreement between Genesee County and Stoltman Law, PLLC, in an amount not to exceed $167,500.00, to provide mandated legal representation of respondents and associated legal services in Probate Court proceedings; the cost of this agreement will be paid from account 1010-294.00-818.001
recommendation
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
The Probate Court is respectfully requesting approval of a professional services contract with Stoltman Law, PLLC, for $167,500, for mandated legal representation of respondents and associated legal services in probate court proceedings.
BACKGROUND:
The vendor was selected through Request for Proposals, RFP # 25-240. The Probate Court is required to appoint counsel in types of cases: guardianships/conservatorships of adults when the respondent objects to a petition; guardianships for alleged developmentally disabled individuals; and respondents at all stages of involuntary mental health proceedings. This request would permit the Court to effectuate such attorney appointments with a single qualified source/panel of effective legal assistance and representation for respondents, when required.
DISCUSSION:
See above.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
None.
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
This request is supported by budgeted funds - 1010-294.00-818.001
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:
None.
IMPACT ON TECHNOLOGY:
None.
CONFORMITY TO COUNTY PRIORITIES:
Maintaining effective levels of legal representation for vulnerable adults and others subject to court petitions is essential to ensure such vulnerable individuals have a voice and means to participate in matters related to their well-being. Such representation is required by Michigan law.
resolution
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE GENESEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:
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