138-25 Resolution Continuing the Retention of Genova Burns LLC (002).pdf

4824-1455-4598, v. 1 1 The Township notes that this seeks legal research in the amount of $712.90 which was not approved in advance as required by the Billing Guidelines. WHEREAS, the following invoices have been submitted by the Genova Burns LLC firm which remain unpaid: DATE OF INVOICE AMOUNT OF HOURS TOTAL SOUGHT 1/29/2025 19.10 $2,865 2/28/2025 176.30 $26,055.00 2/28/2025 Expenses1 $907.85 3/26/2025 108.80 $16,320.00 4/23/2025 121.40 $18,210.00 4/23/2025 Expenses $292.92 TOTAL $64,650.77 WHEREAS, on January 15, 2025 and March 31, 2025, the Court issued additional restraints and a preliminary injunction which continues in full force and effect; and WHEREAS, the Township Council desires to continue to retain Genova Burns to continue the Litigation at the hourly rate of $150 per attorney up to a maximum of $_______ subject to the Township Billing Guidelines; and NOW, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of West Orange authorizes the continued retention of Genova Burns to continue the Litigation; and it is further RESOLVED, that Genova Burns shall represent the Township Council subject to the Township Billing Guidelines at the rate of $150 per hour per attorney; and be it further;