Approve legal services agreements with multiple law firms for city lawsuits
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In Plain English
The city faces ongoing lawsuits involving employment disputes, dangerous property conditions, police incidents, and other municipal issues. These agreements hire law firms to defend Richmond in state and federal courts. The city renews and expands existing contracts to handle current cases and potential future litigation.
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