Legal Services Contract with Law Firm for 2026-27 School Year
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
Original PDF coming soon — check reedschools.org for the source document.
In plain English
What this document actually says
This is a contract between Reed Union School District and the law firm Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost LLP (F3 Law) for legal services starting July 1, 2026. The firm will provide legal counsel on matters referred by the district, as well as consulting services like governance training, communications, and strategic planning. Attorneys bill hourly at rates ranging from $310-$440 per hour depending on experience level. Paralegals bill at $215-$305 per hour. The district pays monthly invoices within 30 days. The firm may use artificial intelligence tools while maintaining confidentiality and attorney-client privilege. Either party can end the agreement with 10 days notice.
What this means for your family
This contract covers the district's legal representation for the 2026-27 school year. The law firm handles legal matters like contract reviews, policy questions, and governance issues that affect how the district operates. While families won't directly interact with these attorneys, their work supports district decision-making on issues like special education, employment, and compliance with education laws.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.