Request for Proposal: Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Attorney

The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is seeking a qualified attorney or law firm to provide comprehensive legal counsel and representation. The selected attorney or law firm will be responsible for providing guidance on governance, personnel, student matters, litigation, contracts, policy, compliance, and operational issues. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in North Carolina public education law and demonstrated expertise in advising public school systems. The scope of services includes board governance, personnel and employment law, student services, contracts, construction, and business operations, litigation and administrative representation, and preventive legal services. Some key points to consider: • The attorney or law firm must be licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina • The attorney or law firm must have demonstrated experience representing public school districts or boards of education • The attorney or law firm must have knowledge of North Carolina education law • The attorney or law firm must be able to provide timely legal advice and emergency response support • The attorney or law firm must have professional liability insurance coverage