Board Governance
Robbins Schwartz advises municipal and local government boards on best corporate governance and regulatory compliance practices.
Park District Board Governance
Board governance refers to the laws, rules, processes, and procedures that control how municipal and other public bodies manage and conduct their public meetings and affairs. Legally sound board governance is critical to the proper functioning of the entity.
Our attorneys devote a substantial part of their practice to advising clients on complying with state statutes and other laws applicable to board governance, such as the Open Meetings and Freedom of Information Acts.
We are intricately involved in creating policies, developing ordinances and resolutions, and developing rules and procedures for municipalities and local governmental entities. In addition, our board governance attorneys provide information and advice on fiduciary duties, liability concerns, compliance with ethics laws and regulations, and executive compensation. Further, we can respond to government agency requests and conduct internal investigations related to fraud, whistleblower complaints, and compliance violations.
