Legal Services-Complex Litigation Panel Counsel

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Office of the Attorney General is seeking legal services through a Request for Proposal (RFP 040 2600000030) to establish a complex litigation panel counsel. The procurement targets qualified attorneys and law firms capable of providing legal services on an "as needed, if needed" basis to support investigations and legal actions involving consumer protection, Medicaid violations, antitrust issues, and other state or federal statutory violations. Prospective contractors must be prepared to advance all litigation costs, including travel, expert witnesses, and consultants, with potential reimbursement upon OAG approval. Written questions for the RFP are due by August 15, 2025, with final proposals required by 3:00 PM ET on September 17, 2025. The initial contract term is anticipated to run from October 15, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential renewal options for additional two-year terms to complete ongoing cases.

The contract will be awarded on a contingency fee basis, with a structured fee schedule ranging from 5% to 20% of recovered amounts, depending on the total recovery value, and capped at $20 million total across all actions and attorneys. While the RFP does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, the Office of the Attorney General reserves the right to award contracts to multiple attorneys or firms and may reject all proposals if deemed necessary. Contractors are not guaranteed assignment to any specific cases, and contract awards are contingent upon fund availability and approval from the Finance and Administration Cabinet and the Legislative Research Commission Government Contract Review Committee. The compensation structure is highly performance-based, with fees directly tied to successful litigation outcomes and total monetary recoveries, making this an attractive opportunity for experienced legal practitioners specializing in complex litigation.