North Carolina was the 12th state in the Union, joining on November 21, 1789. The state’s first capital was New Bern, founded in 1710 and named after its founder’s hometown of Bern, Switzerland. Today, New Bern has about 23,000 residents and is the second oldest city in North Carolina.
A State Convention voted in 1788 to move the capital west, and the plan for what would become Raleigh was based on Philadelphia, then the nation’s capital. Raleigh remains the capital today, and has grown to some 356,000 residents. The state’s largest city, Charlotte, is almost twice as large, with a population of nearly 630,500.
North Carolina Legal Resources
The following resources are a great place to start your legal research and find professional support.
North Carolina State Bar: This state agency regulates the legal profession in North Carolina, and membership is mandatory for lawyers licensed in the state. It provides resources to members, including education and certification programs, as well as a separate website providing legal information and links for the public.
North Carolina Bar Association: The NCBA was founded in 1899 to promote integrity and professionalism in the administration of justice. It provides services to both attorneys and the public, including education, general legal information and a lawyer referral service.
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys: The NCAWA helps women lawyers build relationships and find opportunities for both personal and professional advancement within the legal community.
North Carolina Judicial Branch: On the website for the North Carolina Court System, you can find information on dispute resolution, background checks and much more. The site has sections devoted to information useful to the public and to legal professionals.
Resources for Legal Marketers in North Carolina
If you provide support to the legal profession, the following organizations can help you with your professional development goals.
Legal Marketing Association, Southeaster Chapter: The largest chapter of the LMA, the Southeastern Chapter serves ten states and has 18 City Groups. Its more than 400 members have opportunities to participate in educational and leadership programming.
Association of Legal Administrators: The ALA provides education, networking and information to help members improve legal management in their firms. North Carolina has three local chapters, all accessible through the ALA Carolinas webpage. They are:
- Charlotte Chapter
- Raleigh/Durham Chapter
- Triad Chapter
Legal Marketing Jobs: Find legal marketing jobs in North Carolina
