Of Counsel Attorney - North Carolina
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Posted: April 29, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a licensed North Carolina attorney to serve in an Of Counsel capacity. The role involves minimal day-to-day involvement and is structured to require only light, as-needed participation. This is a part-time, low-volume engagement designed for an experienced practitioner who is looking to supplement an existing practice with a flexible, straightforward affiliation.
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Job Description
Position Overview
Our firm is seeking a licensed North Carolina attorney to serve in an Of Counsel capacity. This is a part-time, low-volume engagement designed for an experienced practitioner who is looking to supplement an existing practice with a flexible, straightforward affiliation.
The role involves minimal day-to-day involvement and is structured to require only light, as-needed participation. Most matters will be handled by our core legal team; the Of Counsel attorney will primarily serve as our North Carolina-licensed counsel of record and advisor on North Carolina-specific issues as they arise.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the firm's North Carolina-licensed attorney of record on select matters involving North Carolina law or North Carolina-based clients.
Provide occasional consultation on North Carolina state law, local rules, and procedural questions as they arise.
Review filings, correspondence, or documents that require signature or oversight by North Carolina-licensed counsel.
Maintain good standing with the State Bar of North Carolina throughout the engagement.
Communicate promptly with the firm on any time-sensitive North Carolina-related matters.
Qualifications
Active license to practice law in the State of North Carolina, in good standing with the State Bar of North Carolina.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Minimum of 3–5 years of legal practice experience (preferred but flexible).
Current malpractice insurance coverage (or willingness to obtain).
Strong communication skills and reliable responsiveness.
Comfortable working independently in a remote, collaborative arrangement.
Engagement Details
Position Type: Of Counsel – independent contractor / affiliation basis.
Time Commitment: Minimal and as-needed; ideal for attorneys with an existing practice.
Location: Remote
Term: Ongoing, with a written Of Counsel agreement consistent with North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct.
Why This Role
This is a low-effort, high-flexibility role well suited to an North Carolina attorney who wants a stable supplemental affiliation without taking on a full caseload. You will work with an established, professional team, and the arrangement is designed to be simple, respectful of your time, and easy to maintain alongside your existing practice.