As Needed Legal Immigration Representation Services

The County of Los Angeles Public Defender is conducting a continuous Request for Statements of Qualifications (RFSQ) to establish an ongoing pool of qualified contractors for as-needed legal immigration representation services. The procurement is specifically seeking attorneys and paralegals to provide two primary service categories: removal defense representation in immigration courts and post-conviction relief services in state courts. Contractors will support current and former Public Defender clients facing potential removal from the United States due to arrests or convictions within the Los Angeles County criminal legal system. Qualified contractors must demonstrate expertise in immigration law and post-conviction relief matters, with the ability to represent clients in complex immigration proceedings. The solicitation will remain open continuously, allowing ongoing recruitment of qualified service providers without a fixed application deadline. Evaluation will likely focus on professional qualifications, legal expertise, and demonstrated experience in immigration and post-conviction relief representation. The procurement was posted on June 23, 2024, with a proposed due date of January 16, 3025, though the continuous nature of the solicitation suggests flexibility in application submissions.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract is structured as an as-needed services pool, meaning multiple contractors can be selected based on their qualifications rather than through a single award mechanism. The County will maintain flexibility in engaging contractors depending on client needs and individual case requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documents, the AppendixBExhibit5 (1).xlsx file indicates a comprehensive pricing schedule with established hourly rates for attorney and paralegal services. The contract appears designed to create a flexible, ongoing pool of legal professionals who can provide critical immigration representation services for vulnerable populations facing potential removal proceedings. The procurement suggests an intention to maintain a diverse, qualified contractor pool capable of addressing complex immigration legal challenges for Los Angeles County Public Defender clients.