Public Transit Law

• Labor & Employment Law

  Guidance on managing a transit workforce, including union negotiations, collective bargaining, employee discipline, and compliance with employment laws. We help transit authorities address labor disputes and develop fair workplace policies in alignment with both labor contracts and legal requirements.

• Procurement & Contracts

  Support through public procurement processes and vendor contracts, from drafting RFPs to final negotiations. We ensure your agency complies with all procurement laws and federal requirements (such as Buy America and DBE program rules) when acquiring vehicles, equipment, or services. Our counsel helps mitigate bid protests and keeps projects moving forward efficiently.

• Regulatory Compliance

  Counsel on adhering to the extensive state and federal transportation regulations that govern transit operations. We assist with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory compliance, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, safety standards, and environmental regulations – all critical for highly regulated transit agencies. Our team stays current on evolving laws to keep your organization in full compliance.

• Tort Defense & Risk Management

  Experienced defense against personal injury claims and other lawsuits arising from transit operations. We represent transit agencies in accident litigation, from routine slip-and-fall claims to catastrophic injury or wrongful death cases. Our attorneys work to protect your organization’s interests, manage risk, and resolve claims efficiently, minimizing financial exposure and reputational impact.

• Public Finance & Funding

  Advice on funding strategies and public finance matters to support transit infrastructure and services. We assist with securing and structuring financing – including counsel on municipal bonds, grants, and public-private partnerships – so you can fund fleet upgrades, facilities, and expansions. Our experience as bond counsel on transit and transportation projects helps agencies navigate complex financing tools and comply with applicable public finance law.

• Board Governance & Compliance

  Ongoing counsel to transit boards and leadership on governance best practices and legal obligations. We advise on board procedures, open meetings and Sunshine Law compliance, ethics and conflict-of-interest policies, and other aspects of public sector governance. By ensuring transparency and proper oversight, we help your board fulfill its duties effectively and within the law.