CITY OF CLAYTON MUNICIPAL JUDGE
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

INTRODUCTION: The City of Clayton (City) is seeking a Municipal Judge to provide judicial services. Attorneys are invited to submit qualifications and proposals for the provision of these services. In order to be considered, proposals must address each of the concerns requested in this document.

BACKGROUND: The mission of Clayton city government is to foster a diverse and inclusive community with a vital balance of neighborhoods, businesses, commercial and government centers, educational institutions, and a healthy environment through an open, equitable, accessible and fiscally responsible government.

The City of Clayton Municipal Court averages 3 Alcohol and Drug related cases, 144 Traffic cases and 15 Non-Traffic cases per month.

Schedule:

1 ^st and 3 ^rd Wednesday of each month – 6:00 p.m. (Municipal Court) 2 ^nd Thursday of each month – 9:00 a.m. (Housing Court)

Submission Deadline: All proposals must be received no later than 3:00 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2023

Per the City’s Charter, Article VI, Section 2:
The municipal court shall be presided over by a judge appointed by the board of aldermen for a term of two years. He shall be a resident and elector of the city, a licensed member of the bar of this state, and shall have been in active practice for at least three years. He shall be removable for cause at any time by a majority vote of the entire board of aldermen after a public hearing before the board. He shall receive compensation as determined by ordinance. Whenever the municipal judge is temporarily absent or unable to act, the mayor shall appoint an eligible person to act during such absence or disability. Whenever the office of municipal judge becomes vacant for any reason, the board of aldermen shall appoint an eligible person for the unexpired term.

REQUESTED INFORMATION: Individuals interested in the opportunity to work with the City will provide the following information:

1. Name and contact information, including e-mail and website address(es).
   
   
2. Affirm the City of Clayton residency.
   

3. Summary of qualifications, specializations, experience, professional affiliations, community service, special training, availability, and Missouri Bar license number(s).
   

4. Information on previous and current related experience and services provided, including municipal experience and application of the recommendations of the Missouri Supreme Court Commission on Racial and Ethnic Fairness standards, as well as principles of equity and transparency, consistent with the Ferguson reforms.
   

5. List of clients currently represented that could cause a conflict of interest with responsibilities listed in the scope of services above. Describe how you would resolve these or any future conflicts of interest.
   

6. If you have been involved in any litigation in the past five years in which the City or one of its employees was named as a party, please describe the case(s).
   

7. Other factors or special considerations which may influence the City’s selection.
   

8. List of references, contact information and services provided, including all current municipal clients.