Municipal Law

At Vasselli Law, we provide comprehensive legal counsel to municipalities, government agencies, and public officials. Our services cover zoning and land use, regulatory compliance, public contracts, and municipal litigation. Whether drafting ordinances, navigating complex regulatory matters, or representing clients in disputes, we ensure that local governments operate efficiently and in full compliance with the law.

 

The following is a partial list of the many services we offer in the area of municipal law.

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General Municipal Governance  
- Drafting and interpreting ordinances, resolutions, and policies  
- Advising on municipal charters and home rule authority  
- Open meetings and public records compliance (e.g., FOIA, Sunshine Laws)  

 

Land Use & Zoning  
- Zoning ordinance drafting and enforcement  
- Land use planning and development regulations  
- Permitting and variance applications  
- Historic preservation and environmental impact reviews  

 

Public Contracts & Procurement  
- Bid solicitation and contract drafting  
- Competitive bidding and procurement compliance  
- Public-private partnerships

 

Real Estate & Property Transactions  
- Eminent domain and condemnation proceedings  
- Easements, rights-of-way, and land acquisitions  
- Municipal leasing and property development agreements  

 

Employment & Labor Law  
- Civil service and employee discipline matters  
- Collective bargaining and union negotiations  
- Compliance with FLSA, ADA, FMLA, and Title VII  
- Workplace policies and employee handbooks  

 

Public Finance & Taxation  
- Bond issuance and municipal debt financing  
- Special assessments and tax increment financing (TIF)  
- Budgeting and fiscal policy compliance  

 

Litigation & Dispute Resolution  
- Defense of municipalities in lawsuits (e.g., civil rights, land use)  
- Administrative hearings and appeals  
- Alternative dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration)  

 

Public Safety & Law Enforcement  
- Police and fire department policies and compliance  
- Use-of-force policies and liability issues  
- Civil rights litigation defense  

 

Environmental & Utilities Law  
- Water, sewer, and stormwater regulations  
- Waste management and recycling programs  
- Renewable energy and sustainability initiatives

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Ethics & Compliance  
- Conflicts of interest and ethics training  
- Campaign finance and election law compliance  
- Code of conduct for public officials