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City of Highwood Committee of the Whole Agenda Packet May 2026

City Weighs Amended Legal Fee Structure With KTJ

Hourly rates ranging from $165.00 to $355.00 plus percentage-based fees for certain servicesCity of HighwoodKLEIN, THORPE & JENKINS LTDMay 18, 2026

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Description

Highwood officials are considering approval of an amended fee structure with Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins for city attorney and related legal services. The proposal increases hourly rates by $5 across service categories effective July 1, 2026 while maintaining the existing relationship.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

Hourly rates ranging from $165.00 to $355.00 plus percentage-based fees for certain services

Vendor

KLEIN, THORPE & JENKINS LTD

Agency

City of Highwood, IL

Contract Type

LEGAL

Document Date

May 18, 2026

Contract Term

Effective July 1, 2026 and remains in effect until modified

Renewal Date

2027-06-30

Renewal Info

Represents a fee increase and continuation of ongoing legal services; new hourly rates effective July 1, 2026 and remain until further modified by the firm and accepted by the City.

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