Legislative Drafting Attorney — Remote Eligible

North Carolina General Assembly; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work during session

Paid parental leave

Licensing reimbursement

Professional development

Work with legislators

Job summary

The North Carolina General Assembly seeks a Legislative Analyst I - Staff Attorney (Generalist) to draft legislation, analyze laws, and prepare concise summaries for legislators and committees. The position requires developing subject-matter expertise and collaborating with the Fiscal Research Division and committee staff to support the biennial budget process.

An active North Carolina bar is required; the role offers state pay progression, remote work when the legislature is not in session,

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina required.
• Experience drafting legislation and summarizing laws for committees.
• Ability to analyze statutes, rules, and precedents with clarity.

Responsibilities

• Draft proposed legislation, amendments, and budget provisions.
• Analyze laws, rules, and draft materials for legislators and committees.
• Summarize laws and drafts clearly for attorneys and laypersons.
• Prepare background materials and staff committees for presentations.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting legislation

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Policy analysis

Time management under pressure

Education

Active North Carolina bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The North Carolina General Assembly seeks a Legislative Analyst I - Staff Attorney (Generalist) to draft legislation, analyze laws, and prepare concise summaries for legislators and committees. The position requires developing subject-matter expertise and collaborating with the Fiscal Research Division and committee staff to support the biennial budget process.

An active North Carolina bar is required; the role offers state pay progression, remote work when the legislature is not in session,