Legal Services to ADE

Wilenchik & Bartness PC, a Phoenix-based law firm, was awarded contract CTR078080 by the Arizona Department of Education for legal services, effective August 5, 2025, through August 4, 2026. The engagement letter specifies legal services focused on litigation support, with hourly rates structured at $300 for Partners, $200 for Associates, and $100 for Paralegals. The contract allows for monthly billing, with invoices due within 30 days of receipt and to be submitted electronically to accountspay@azed.gov.

The contract is part of a broader series of outside counsel agreements with the Arizona Attorney General's Office, involving multiple practice areas including appellate work, civil litigation, employment law, and representation of state employees. The prime contractor, led by Partner Dennis I. Wilenchik, brings extensive legal experience across various domains, with the firm maintaining flexibility to provide services on an "as needed, if needed" basis. The engagement includes provisions for quarterly updates, strict confidentiality requirements, and the option for either party to terminate the contract with 30 days written notice.