Sterling Schools CUSD #5                                                                                              2.160

 

                                                Board of Education

Board Attorney


The School Board may enter into an agreement for legal services with a specific attorney or law firm. The Board Attorney serves on a retainer or other fee arrangement as determined in advance. The Board Attorney will provide services as described in the agreement for legal services.  The District will only pay for legal services that are provided in accordance with the agreement for legal services or are otherwise authorized by this policy or a majority of the Board.

The Superintendent, his or her designee, or Board President, are authorized to confer with and/or seek the legal advice of the Board Attorney.  The Board may authorize a specific member to confer with legal counsel on its behalf.

 

The Superintendent may authorize the Board Attorney to represent the District in any legal matter until the Board has an opportunity to consider the matter.

 

The School Board retains the right to consult with or employ other attorneys and to terminate the service of any attorney.

Adopted: March 28, 1996

 

Revised: June 22, 2005