Entry-Level State Attorney for Administrative Hearings

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Administrative Hearings in Wake County, NC is seeking an Attorney I (NS) for full-time employment. The role provides legal representation and advice to state agencies, conducts research, drafts instruments, resolves complaints, and supports higher level attorneys.

Qualified candidates must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina. The position involves occasional appellate work and interaction with judges and state officials.

Qualifications

• Entry-level attorney with ability to perform legal research and draft instruments.
• Familiarity with statutes, regulations, and precedent.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and advice in support of NC agencies and commissions.
• Conduct legal research and draft instruments, documents, and pleadings.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and coordinate with attorneys, judges and officials.

Skills

Legal research

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Case analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice law in NC

Job description

The Office of Administrative Hearings in Wake County, NC is seeking an Attorney I (NS) for full-time employment. The role provides legal representation and advice to state agencies, conducts research, drafts instruments, resolves complaints, and supports higher level attorneys.

Qualified candidates must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina. The position involves occasional appellate work and interaction with judges and state officials.