RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Counsel, or her designee, to execute, on behalf of Contra Costa County, a contract amendment for specialized professional services with Ellis Buehler Makus, LLP.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Services will be billed at the hourly rate of $285-360 per hour for legal and investigatory services
BACKGROUND:
County departments require on-going legal assistance conducting workplace investigations, preparing for anticipated litigation, and providing legal advice. Ellis Buehler Makus has specialized expertise in the area of employment law and litigation. The County entered into a contract with Ellis Buehler Makus on October 1, 2018, for legal assistance to the County in its workplace investigations. Ellis Buehler Makus has increased its rates from 2018. This contract amendment will reflect the increased hourly rates.
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