Kitch provides a comprehensive range of legal services to municipalities, townships, counties, and other public entities. With a deep understanding of the unique statutory, regulatory, and constitutional frameworks that govern public bodies, our attorneys act as both trusted general counsel and aggressive litigation defenders. From daily operational guidance to high-stakes courtroom representation, we ensure that local governments can serve their communities with confidence.

Our municipal practice balances a proactive approach to risk management with a seasoned trial presence. We advise public officials on day-to-day compliance matters to prevent issues before they arise yet remain fully prepared to defend municipal actions in state and federal courts, up to the appellate level.

Clients benefit from our cross-disciplinary approach, leveraging the firm’s deep bench in real estate, labor and employment, and commercial litigation to handle complex public issues. Our attorneys handle a diverse array of municipal issues, including:

General Counsel Services: Attending public meetings, drafting ordinances and resolutions, and advising on open meetings laws (such as the Open Meetings Act and FOIA).
Governmental Immunity & Tort Defense: Defending public entities and employees against civil rights claims, premises liability, and general tort actions.
Labor & Employment Relations: Handling collective bargaining, grievance arbitrations, civil service matters, and defense against employment discrimination claims.
Zoning, Land Use & Eminent Domain: Guiding boards through master planning, variance requests, regulatory takings, and property acquisitions.
Public Contracts & Procurement: Reviewing and drafting vendor agreements, construction contracts, and public bidding documents.
Regulatory Compliance & Utilities: Advising on environmental regulations, telecommunications franchises, and infrastructure development.

Municipal Law

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