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Moraga council approves 10% rate increase for town attorney; staff says contract remains cost‑effective

Moraga Town Council · February 26, 2026
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Summary

The council adopted a resolution authorizing a first amendment to the town‑attorney agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen that raises hourly rates roughly 10% (senior partner $240 → $265). Staff estimated the change would add about $30,000 a year at most and remain within the legal services budget.

The Moraga Town Council voted Feb. 25 to adopt a resolution authorizing a 10% hourly‑rate adjustment for the town attorney services agreement with the firm Burke, Williams & Sorensen.

Town staff and the mayor's ad hoc town‑attorney committee recommended the increase after noting the contract rates had not been adjusted since 2010. The town manager…

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