The purpose of this Request for Qualifications is to establish and maintain a panel of qualified attorneys and law firms interested in representing and defending Risk Co-Op members in legal claims and litigated matters. 

Placement on the panel does not guarantee the assignment of work. However, the Risk Co-Op anticipates making regular use of panel counsel based on claim type, complexity, attorney expertise, and overall fit with the Risk Co-Op’s collaborative claims-management approach. 

Date Published: January 14, 2026

Bid Due Date: February 3, 2026

Bid Documents:

Defense Counsel for the Risk Co-Op for SW WA Schools

Additional Documents:

Litigation Guidelines for and Agreement with Attorneys Defending Lawsuits for The Risk Cooperative’s Member Districts

Addenda: