Assistant Attorney General

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Justice seeks an Attorney III (NS) to handle defense in medium to complex workers’ compensation claims and to represent the State in criminal appeals. The attorney may speak at conferences and teach workshops for the client upon request.

Minimum qualifications include a NC State Bar license and three years of legal experience; the role emphasizes workers’ compensation or civil litigation expertise and involves state and federal court actions.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar.
• At least three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.
• Experience in workers’ compensation or civil litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend state in workers’ compensation claims and civil/criminal appeals.
• Represent the State in complex litigation in state and federal courts.
• Speak at conferences and conduct workshops as needed.

Skills

Workers' compensation litigation

Civil litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

JD or equivalent

Licensed to practice law (NC State Bar)

Job description

## Assistant Attorney GeneralApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 16, 2026 (8 days left to apply): JR-124331**Agency**Dept of Justice**Division**DOJ Legal Services**Job Classification Title**Attorney III (NS)**Position Number**60010182**Grade**LG08**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: $91,249 - $106,280 IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed. This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply. The attorney in this position will act as defense counsel in medium to complex State funded workers’ compensation claims administered by NC State Agencies, Boards and Commissions, pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 97-1, et. seq., in the N. C. Industrial Commission, state and federal courts. This attorney will also represent the State in criminal appeals. The attorney may be asked to speak at conferences and teach workshops for the client upon request.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Management prefers substantial experience in workers’ compensation litigation or significant experience in civil litigation. **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 and three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.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.**Supplemental Information:**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 [e-mail]**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.