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Municipal Law
Trusted Counsel for Pennsylvania Municipalities & Solicitors
Stability for Local Government, Support for the Solicitor
At The McElroy Law Firm, we recognize that Pennsylvania’s boroughs, townships, and authorities are the backbone of our communities. We also recognize the immense pressure placed on the solicitors who serve them.
Whether your municipality is looking for a primary Solicitor or you are a seasoned Solicitor looking for a trusted partner to lighten the load or plan for your eventual retirement, we provide the stability and expertise needed to govern effectively.
How We Serve the Municipal Sector
1. Full-Service Municipal Solicitorship
We act as the primary legal voice for local governments, providing a steady hand in public meetings and day-to-day operations.
Ordinance & Resolution Drafting: Creating clear, enforceable local laws.
Zoning & Land Use: Navigating the Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) and representing boards.
Public Employment & Labor: Managing Act 111 and Act 195 negotiations, grievances, and personnel matters.
Sunshine Act & Right-to-Know: Ensuring total transparency and compliance with open meeting laws.
2. Solicitor Support & Succession Planning
Many dedicated solicitors are facing burnout or looking toward a well-earned retirement. We offer a unique "Partner-Track" approach for existing solicitors:
Capacity Relief: We act as Assistant or Special Counsel to handle the high-volume "overflow" work that leads to burnout.
Succession Partnerships: We work alongside retiring solicitors to ensure a seamless transition for their municipal clients, preserving the institutional knowledge and relationships they’ve built over decades.
Special Projects: Handling complex litigation or labor disputes so the primary solicitor can focus on general governance.