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Board reappoints Saltzman & Johnson for disability and domestic relations counsel
Summary
After an RFP review, the board approved awarding legal services for disability and domestic relations orders to Saltzman & Johnson for up to six years with an authorized not-to-exceed amount.
The San Jose Police and Fire Retirement Board approved staff's recommendation to engage Saltzman & Johnson to provide legal services for disability matters and domestic relations order administration.
Trustees said they have worked with the firm's lead counsel over many years and cited his experience. The board authorized the CEO to negotiate and execute the agreement with Saltzman & Johnson for a term not to exceed six years and a maximum aggregate authorization of $1,425,000, consistent with the RFP and staff recommendation. The motion passed after trustee comments in support of continuity; the board observed the current firm has institutional knowledge and ongoing cases.
Trustees noted the lead attorney for the firm was managing health matters but the firm continues to provide coverage. Staff will proceed with contract execution and transition planning as needed.
Quote: A trustee observed, "his credibility can't be challenged," when discussing the firm's longstanding service to the plan.
