Experienced Business Transactional Attorney - Durham Office

Sands Anderson • Durham, NC

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sands Anderson PC is seeking an experienced lateral attorney with a portable transactional practice to join its Durham, North Carolina office. The attorney will develop and retain client relationships and contribute to the firm’s growth in the Durham market. The firm’s targeted practice areas include commercial real estate; trusts and estates; corporate law and mergers and acquisitions; management-side labor and employment counseling; tax; and cybersecurity and data privacy. Sands Anderson describes its platform as collaborative and supportive, with entrepreneurial flexibility, career agility, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Compensation is commensurate with relevant experience and portable client base, with a stated salary range of $200,000–$250,000.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree 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 a track record of originating business, of at least $200,000 annually.
• Collaborative, growth-minded approach to practice development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and retain clients and contribute to practice growth.
• Build or continue a transactional practice in one or more of the firm’s strategic growth areas.

Benefits

• 401(k) with firm match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Firm-funded Health Savings Account.
• Flexible spending programs.
• Generous paid time off 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree