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

The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms or attorneys licensed in North Carolina to provide comprehensive legal services for an anticipated three-year term. The selected counsel will advise the Board and the Superintendent on a wide range of critical issues, including board governance, parliamentary procedure, personnel matters, student rights, litigation, contracts, and operational compliance. Key responsibilities include attending board meetings, reviewing policies to ensure adherence to state and federal laws, and providing specialized guidance on matters such as employment law, student privacy, school safety, and risk management. The contract is subject to an annual budgetary cap of $250,000 and may be renewed upon mutual agreement and Board approval. Interested respondents must submit sealed proposals labeled Board Attorney RFP 2026-2029 by the deadline of August 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. via mail or hand delivery to the Iredell-Statesville Schools office in Statesville, North Carolina. Proposals must include a detailed firm background, identification of assigned personnel, relevant experience in public school law, at least three professional references from school district clients, and a comprehensive fee proposal outlining hourly rates, travel costs, and any alternative fee structures. Additionally, applicants are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest involving charter schools, educational vendors, or employees adverse to public school districts, and must commit to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all district matters.