The Company's tax law practice is handled by NSC's Tax Department. A summer clerk customarily works on projects in several of these fields and has an opportunity to work with a number of attorneys. A newly hired attorney usually does not specialize in the first few years of practice, although substantial internal client contact is encouraged and necessary. Depending on each attorney's special skills and interests and on the needs of the Corporation, she or he develops increasing expertise in certain specialties. Starting salaries compare favorably with those at large Virginia firms and benefits are comprehensive.
All attorneys are eligible to participate in a company bonus pool.
Senior members of the Department typically have been promoted from within. Advancement depends on the Department's needs and the quality of an individual's work. Resources and working conditions are exceptional. Offices for all attorneys are spacious. The Company supports the efforts of its attorneys through the latest technology and maintains a large library that has grown with the railroad since the 1890's.