Resignation of County Attorney and Interim Legal Counsel
Pender County
Summary
Trey Thurman, county attorney for nearly 30 years, resigned. The board then hired Hartzog Law Group as interim attorney 3-2 — over objections about hiring a firm with no contract — signaling real friction on the board.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
The interim firm's costs and contract terms were not disclosed at the meeting.
The county retains legal coverage during the transition.
Commissioners who objected say hiring without a contract leaves the county exposed; public trust took a hit amid the board's public clash.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commissioners - Apr 20, 2026
Trey Thurman, county attorney for nearly 30 years, resigned. The board then hired Hartzog Law Group as interim attorney 3-2 — over objections about hiring a firm with no contract — signaling real friction on the board.
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