Attorney I

Administrative Hearings; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Administrative Hearings in North Carolina seeks an entry-level Attorney I to provide legal representation and advisory services to state agencies and commissions. You may handle routine appellate matters due to limited trial experience and will conduct legal research, draft instruments, and respond to inquiries from the public.

You will work under supervision with senior attorneys, applying knowledge of constitutional provisions, statutes, and regulatory precedents to support enforcement of NC

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar.
• Strong legal research and writing fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret constitutional provisions, statutes and regulations.
• Familiarity with judicial and quasi-judicial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and advisory services to NC state agencies and commissions.
• Conduct legal research, draft instruments and documents.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and other stakeholders.
• Argue routine cases before appellate courts when required.

Skills

Legal research

Oral & written communication

Constitutional & statutory analysis

Judicial procedures

Education

Licensed to practice law in NC

Job description

Agency Office of Administrative Hearings Division Rules Job Classification Title Attorney I (NS)

Position Number 65044585

Grade LG07

About Us

An independent forum for prompt and impartial resolution of administrative law contested cases involving citizens and state agencies, investigation of alleged unlawful employment practices in state government, and codifying administrative rules.

Description of Work

Employees in this class perform duties indicative of an entry level legal professional. Employees provide legal representation and advice in support of agencies and commissions of the State of NC concerning administrative matters and enforcement of NC General Statutes. Due to limited trial experience, employees may argue more routine cases before the appellate courts, represent the State on the appeal of criminal cases, and support higher level attorneys in more complex cases. Employees conduct research, draft legal instruments and documents, resolve complaints, and respond to inquiries on legal issues from the public. In addition to consulting with attorneys and program personnel, contacts may include attorneys for adverse parties, court administrators and reporters, judges, other state, federal and local officials. Oversight and instruction are provided by the supervisor and senior level attorneys.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of case, statutory, regulatory, and common law. Basic knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures regarding the rules of evidence. Basic knowledge of the rules of evidence. Ability to perform legal research in accordance with initial guidance as to methods of approach, source materials available, and policy and precedent of the office. Ability to understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, and precedents. Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments. Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written form. Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

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.

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.