Attorney - Education Law in Durham, NC

Join an Expanding Team Dedicated to Serving Education Clients in North Carolina

Sands 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 representation
• Work 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 markets
• Benefit from the support of a well-established regional firm that values autonomy, service, and innovation

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member of the North Carolina State Bar
• Three or more years of experience practicing Education Law North Carolina
• Existing relationships or experience with school boards in the area is a plus

Your Role

• Advise school board clients on legal matters including Title IX, workplace investigations, education and special education matters
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, and legal opinions
• Represent school boards in administrative and due process proceedings
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across offices to deliver integrated legal services

What We Offer

We support our attorneys with the resources and flexibility they need to thrive, including:

• Hybrid work schedule
• 401K with firm matching contribution
• Health, dental, vision, and HSA with firm contribution
• Professional development and marketing support
• Malpractice insurance, bar dues, and CLE allowance
• Paid time off, holidays, and parking
• Smartphone and wellness program allowances
• Short and long-term disability coverage

At 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 youre 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.