Experienced Attorney - Durham Office

Sands Anderson PC

Durham (NC)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 300,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with firm match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Generous PTO

Job summary

A mid-sized law firm in Durham, NC is seeking experienced lateral attorneys to expand their practice. Ideal candidates will have a strong client base, a collaborative approach, and a Juris Doctor degree. The firm offers a supportive environment with a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes work-life balance.

Qualifications

Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
Proven ability to develop and retain clients.
Portable book of business of $200,000 or more annually.

Skills

Client development

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Grow With Us: Lateral Attorney Opportunities in Durham, NC

Join Sands Anderson – Where Your Practice Can Thrive. Sands Anderson PC, a full-service, mid-sized law firm with a strong footprint across the Mid-Atlantic, is expanding in strategic practice areas. Durham is a key part of that growth. We are actively seeking experienced lateral attorneys with a portable practice to join our Durham office and help shape the next chapter of our firm’s legacy.

With deep roots in government representation, business law, and litigation defense, our firm has become a trusted legal partner across the region. Our Key Practice Strengths Include:

Local Government Law
Public Finance & Economic Development
Commercial Real Estate
Trusts & Estates
Corporate Law and M&A
Labor & Employment (Management Side)
Tax
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy
Business & Complex Litigation Defense
White Collar Criminal Defense
Construction Litigation

Why Sands Anderson?

We are not just offering you a job. We are offering a platform to grow your practice with purpose and support. At Sands Anderson, culture matters. We value collaboration over silos, and we are committed to fostering a close-knit community where attorneys thrive both professionally and personally.

Entrepreneurial Flexibility: Whether you're looking to deepen your existing practice or take it in a new direction, we provide the resources and autonomy to help you succeed.
Collaborative Environment: We promote true teamwork across offices and practice groups, with open doors and shared success.
Career Agility: We believe in evolving with our attorneys, not boxing them in.
Work-Life Balance: Our culture emphasizes meaningful work without sacrificing personal well-being.

Who We're Looking For

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active license to practice law in North Carolina
Proven ability to develop and retain clients
Portable book of business (or track record of originating business) of $200,000 or more annually
A collaborative, growth-minded approach to practice development

What We Offer

We take care of our people because when you succeed, we all succeed. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

401(k) with firm match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Firm-funded Health Savings Account
Flexible spending programs
Generous PTO and holiday pay
Hybrid work schedule
Paid parking
Malpractice insurance
Marketing allowance and professional development support
Continuing education and dues allowance
Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Smartphone allowance
Employee assistance program and wellness initiatives

Let’s Start the Conversation

If you are an attorney ready to join a firm that respects your individuality, supports your goals, and encourages meaningful client work, we want to hear from you. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

Apply now to explore your future at Sands Anderson.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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