Public Finance Attorney - Durham, NC

Main Content Main Menu Our People Services Contact Current Openings PRIVACY NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:  Sands Anderson PC cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.   Back to Job Openings Public Finance Attorney - Durham, NC APPLY SHARE Sands Anderson PC is seeking a Public Finance Attorney to join our Durham, North Carolina office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in sophisticated public finance work within a collaborative, mid-size firm that balances high-level legal work with a supportive culture. Sands Anderson is a longstanding, mid-size law firm serving clients across the Mid-Atlantic region. We advise government entities, authorities, and related organizations on a wide range of legal matters, delivering the personal service of a local firm with the depth and resources of a multi-practice platform. Our Durham office supports clients throughout North Carolina and works closely with colleagues across the firm’s government and public finance practices. The Public Finance Attorney will work with municipalities, counties, authorities, and other public entities on financing transactions and related matters. The position offers meaningful client interaction, substantive responsibility, and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced public finance attorneys. Responsibilities Represent public sector clients in a variety of public finance transactions, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and other tax-advantaged financings Serve as bond counsel, disclosure counsel, underwriter’s counsel, or borrower’s counsel, as appropriate Advise clients on North Carolina public finance law, tax matters, and related regulatory requirements Draft and review bond documents, closing certifications, and transaction materials Participate in client meetings and work collaboratively with bankers, financial advisors, and other professionals Support business development efforts and contribute to long-term client relationships Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active license to practice law in North Carolina, or ability to obtain licensure promptly Experience in public finance, municipal law, or government representation is strongly preferred Familiarity with state and local government financing structures and applicable tax considerations Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters effectively and work both independently and as part of a team Why Join Sands Anderson Established and respected public finance practice with regional reach Direct client engagement and substantive responsibility Collaborative, collegial working environment Flexible career paths with opportunities for professional growth Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter in confidence through Sands Anderson’s careers page or contact the firm directly for more information. Sands Anderson in an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace. APPLY NOTICE TO SEARCH FIRMS: Firms that wish to present candidates to Sands Anderson PC must have an active agreement in place. Firms will not be entitled to receive any compensation as a result of a decision by Sands Anderson PC to offer employment to any such candidate unless an active agreement is in place between our law firm and your search firm, and then only on the terms, and subject to the conditions, contained in our agreement. All search firm candidates should be submitted via the Search Firm Portal. Search firms that do not introduce a candidate through our portal will not be recognized by Sands Anderson PC for purposes of “ownership” of the candidate. For questions or access to the portal, please contact Liz Coleman, Director of Talent Acquisition. Jump to Page Christiansburg Durham Fredericksburg Richmond Virginia Beach Williamsburg Client Pay Manage Cookies Privacy Disclaimer Site Map © 2026 Sands Anderson Site by Firmseek MANAGE COOKIES REJECT COOKIES ACCEPT AND CLOSE