IFMK Law understands that public entities often need advice on best practices for complying with the Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act. Our FOIA and OMA Legal Services group advises public bodies to ensure that responses to requests for records are provided in a timely and legally compliant manner. We also provide advice to ensure that public meetings are conducted in accordance with the law. Our experienced attorneys also represent public bodies in OMA and FOIA litigation at both the trial and appellate court levels.
ING SUPPORT SERVICES- Educating clients on FOIA requirements and exemptions
- Assisting clients with crafting legally compliant FOIA response letters
- Advising clients on OMA requirements for agendas, minutes, meeting transparency, proper closed sessions, and remote meetings.
- Creating FOIA and OMA guides and other educational materials
- Training clients on FOIA and OMA compliance
IFMK encourages public bodies to come to us with questions or concerns regarding FOIA and OMA compliance to avoid Requests for Review with the Public Access Counselor or litigation. We also remain ready to assist in the event suit is filed.
Our FOIA and OMA legal services are part of our larger Risk Prevention Consulting Practice that offers liability management services, review of policies and procedures, legislative/statutory analysis, case law updates, and a variety of training seminars.
