HomeMy WebLinkAbout086-R-19 Adopting Outside Counsel Litigation Procedures and Billing Guidelines9/17/2019
86-R-19
A RESOLUTION
Adopting Outside Counsel Litigation Procedures and Billing
Guidelines
WHEREAS, outside counsel are engaged from time to time by the
City of Evanston for purposes of handling specific legal matters and litigation
cases; and
WHEREAS, there exists a need to formalize the litigation'
procedures and billing guidelines for outside counsel to set the rates assessed,
expectations with outside counsel, and procedures for review of work; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to set forth guidelines and
procedures for retaining outside counsel in order manage litigation cases and
expenses efficiently,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION 1: The City Council hereby adopts the City of Evanston
Outside Counsel Litigation Procedures and Billing Guidelines, which are attached
as Exhibit 1 and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2: That this Resolution 86-R-19 shall be in full force and
effect from and after its passage and approval in the manner provided by law.
Attest:
Adopted: WVe^W , 2020
Stephen H. Eiage , Ma r
Approved as to form:
Deputy City Attorney--D
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EXHIBIT 1
LITIGATION PROCEDURES BILLING GUIDELINES
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