Attorney I

Wake County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 73208 - 75822

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Justice

Division

DOJ Legal Services

Job Classification Title

Attorney I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

LG07

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Justice led by the Attorney General of North Carolina represents the state state agencies and elected officials and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab the North Carolina Justice Academy and the Sheriffs and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.

Description of Work

Recruitment Range: $73208 - $75822

IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.

The Attorney I provides litigation services legal analysis and strategic advice to DAC leadership supporting complex legal matters and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Key Duties:

Represent DAC in civil litigation in state and federal courts including appeals.

Develop and execute legal strategies for cases of varying complexity.

Draft pleadings motions discovery requests/responses and settlement agreements.

Conduct discovery depositions and persuasive arguments before judges and juries.

Perform legal research and analyze statutes case law and regulations.

Investigate case facts review evidence and interview witnesses.

Provide legal advice and written opinions to DAC leadership.

Assist with drafting and analyzing legislation impacting DAC operations.

Prepare appellate briefs and conduct oral arguments in appellate courts.

Respond to inquiries from citizens officials and legislators.

Attend public hearings and client meetings as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

1. Interest or experience in federal court litigation.

2. Litigation experience or strong interest in learning litigation.

3. Excellent research writing and communication skills.

4. Ability to manage litigation and deadlines and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar.

NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise.

Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position and if you are selected it is used to determine a salary offer.

Using the terms See Resume or See Attachment will not be accepted and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.

Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

NC Department of Justice
Human Resources

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Andrea Evet Cannon

Recruiter Email:

Required Experience:

AgencyDept of JusticeDivisionDOJ Legal ServicesJob Classification TitleAttorney I (NS)Position NumberGradeLG07About UsThe North Carolina Department of Justice led by the Attorney General of North Carolina represents the state state agencies and elected officials and defends the rights of the people ...