Court-Appointed Counsel for Juvenile, Family, and Probate Matters

Aitkin County, Minnesota, is seeking two attorneys or law firms to provide court-appointed legal representation in juvenile, family, and probate matters, including CHIPS, termination of parental rights, permanency, paternity, support contempt, commitment, and guardianship cases.

Aitkin County


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Open
Sep 18, 2026 12:00 PM
Aug 17, 2026 12:00 PM
2 years base + 3 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
david.minke@aitkincountymn.gov
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Description

Aitkin County seeks proposals from attorneys or law firms to provide court-appointed legal representation for eligible parents, guardians, custodians, and other individuals in juvenile protection, family, and probate matters. The scope includes CHIPS, termination of parental rights, permanency, paternity, child-support contempt, judicial commitment, conservatorship, and guardianship cases. The selected providers must be available on short notice for hearings, represent clients throughout assigned cases, check for conflicts, maintain case and time records, and provide necessary administrative support, facilities, supplies, equipment, transportation, and legal research materials. The County anticipates awarding contracts to two service providers. Proposals must include a signed cover letter, attorney resumes, copies of Minnesota law licenses, a completed Affidavit Concerning Eligibility for each attorney, specified references, and a proposed monthly fee covering services and incidental expenses. The initial contract term is two years, with three possible one-year renewals by mutual agreement. Services must begin no later than January 1, 2027. The contract requires commercial general liability/professional liability coverage, automobile insurance, and workers' compensation coverage as applicable.

Classification Codes
NAICS541110Offices of Lawyers
PSCR418Legal Services
Smart Codes
court-appointed legal counseljuvenile protection lawfamily and probate law
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Aug 17, 2026-Posted Date
Sep 1, 2026-Questions Due Date
Sep 18, 2026-Proposal Due Date
Jan 1, 2027-Services Begin
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability/Professional Liability — $500,000.00
  • Commercial General Liability/Professional Liability — $1,500,000.00
  • Automobile Insurance — $500,000.00
  • Automobile Insurance — $1,500,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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