Legal Services

The vendor required to provide legal services related to these units, including but not limited to:
1. Labor negotiations
•    Serve as lead negotiator or legal advisor at the bargaining table.
•    Develop and implement negotiation strategies in collaboration with city of napa leadership.
•    Prepare proposals, counter proposals, and contract language.
•    Provide legal interpretation of existing contracts and labor law.
2. Contract administration
•    Assist with interpretation and implementation of collective bargaining agreements (CBAS).
•    Advise on grievance handling and arbitration procedures.
•    provide guidance on disciplinary actions and employee relations matters.
•    Assist in resolving disputes under CBAS.
3. Compliance and legal guidance
•    Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
•    Provide timely updates on changes in labor law and their potential impact on operations.
•    Assist in responding to unfair labor practice charges, representation petitions, and other filings before administrative agencies.
4. Training and consultation
•    Provide training to staff, managers, and elected officials on labor relations, contract administration, and best practices.
•    Serve as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, labor trends, and policies.
•    Review, draft and update employment-related policies and procedures.
- Workplace investigations
1. Initiation and planning
•    Review the complaint or referral materials provided.
•    Assess the scope and nature of the allegations to determine an appropriate investigation plan that complies with all applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, policies and other requirements.
•    Develop an investigation strategy including identifying witnesses, documents, and other sources of evidence.
2. Investigation execution
•    Conduct impartial, timely, and thorough interviews with complainants, respondents, witnesses, and relevant parties.
•    Collect and review relevant documents, emails, digital records, and other evidence.
•    Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity throughout the process.
•    Abide by all applicable laws, agreements, and policies in the conduct of the investigation.
3. Analysis and reporting
•    Analyze the evidence and make factual findings based on a preponderance of the evidence Standard (or other applicable standard).
•    Prepare a written investigation report including summary, scope, evidence reviewed, interviews conducted, and factual findings. 
•    Conclusions of policy violations or law may also be requested.
4. Confidentiality and neutrality
•    Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process.
•    Act as an impartial, third-party investigator with no conflicts of interest.
5. Post-investigation support
•    Provide briefings or presentations to HR, legal, or other key stakeholders.
•    Support any related follow-up actions such as any employee discipline rendered.
•    Be available to testify in administrative or legal proceedings, if necessary.
6. Record keeping and compliance
•    Maintain secure records of all investigation materials.
•    Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.
- Employment law advice
1. Legal advice and consultation
•    Provide expert legal advice and consultation on all employment-related matters to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
2. Policy development and review
•    Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating employment policies to promote compliance and best practices.
3. Disputes and litigation support
•    Support the organization in managing employment disputes, including investigations, mediations, administrative hearings, and litigation, with strategic legal guidance.
4. Employee relations support
•    Provide guidance and assistance on employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, grievance procedures, and union negotiations.
5. Other services
•    Deliver additional legal support and services as requested by the organization.

- Questions/Inquires Deadline: November 13, 2025