Attorney - Education Law in Durham, NC

Job Description Join an Expanding Team Dedicated to Serving Education Clients in North CarolinaSands Anderson, a full-service, mid-sized law firm serving Virginia and North Carolina, is growing in Durham, NC. With more than 80 attorneys across 6 offices, we provide trusted legal guidance in key areas including Education, Local Government, Business Law, and Litigation Defense. We are seeking an experienced Local Government attorney to help us expand and serve in our growing Durham office.We are looking for an attorney who understands the inner workings of public schools and school boards K-12 and who is ready to make a meaningful impact in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill region.Why Join Sands Anderson in Durham?Join a respected and collaborative team with deep roots in public sector and public education representationWork directly with school boards, superintendents and school personnel, offering day-to-day legal counsel on a wide range of topics including employment, education and special education matters.Contribute to the growth of a dynamic office in one of North Carolina’s most exciting legal marketsBenefit from the support of a well-established regional firm that values autonomy, service, and innovationIdeal Candidate QualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolActive member of the North Carolina State BarThree or more years of experience practicing Education Law North CarolinaExisting relationships or experience with school boards in the area is a plusYour RoleAdvise school board clients on legal matters including Title IX, workplace investigations, education and special education mattersDraft and review ordinances, resolutions, and legal opinionsRepresent school boards in administrative and due process proceedingsCollaborate with attorneys and staff across offices to deliver integrated legal servicesWhat We OfferWe support our attorneys with the resources and flexibility they need to thrive, including:Hybrid work schedule401K with firm matching contributionHealth, dental, vision, and HSA with firm contributionProfessional development and marketing supportMalpractice insurance, bar dues, and CLE allowancePaid time off, holidays, and parkingSmartphone and wellness program allowancesShort and long-term disability coverageAt Sands Anderson, you will find a culture grounded in professional excellence, community service, and client trust, along with the flexibility to balance life and career. If you’re looking to apply your experience at a firm that genuinely values education law work, we want to hear from you.Apply directly to start a confidential conversation today.Sands Anderson does not accept submissions through search firms or legal recruiters for this position. We welcome direct applications only. Sands Anderson is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.