Education Law Attorney — Civil Litigation for the State

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Justice seeks an Attorney V (NS) to independently handle high level civil litigation for the State, state agencies and other state entities. Responsibilities include trying cases, arguing in court, writing briefs, conducting legal research, and advising clients.

Licensure by the North Carolina State Bar and at least five years of progressively responsible professional legal experience required.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and five years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform high level civil litigation for the State, state agencies and other State entities, including trying cases and arguing in court.
• Write briefs, conduct legal research, advise clients, and participate in mediation as part of complex civil litigation.
• Manage cases independently and provide strategic legal guidance throughout proceedings.

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Justice seeks an Attorney V (NS) to independently handle high level civil litigation for the State, state agencies and other state entities. Responsibilities include trying cases, arguing in court, writing briefs, conducting legal research, and advising clients.

Licensure by the North Carolina State Bar and at least five years of progressively responsible professional legal experience required.