Attorney III

State of North Carolina

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About The Position

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. This position is within the North Carolina Department of Justice/Attorney General’s Office representing the North Carolina Department of Transportation in eminent domain actions to help the Department of Transportation fulfill its mission to connect people, product and places. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic litigation team that gets you inside the courtroom and in front of a jury, then this is an amazing opportunity for you! Join our incoming class of condemnation litigators by applying for one of the four Attorney III positions today!

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Three years progressively responsible professional litigation experience
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with management, colleagues and clients
• Experience independently handling complex civil litigation from initial filings through a full evidentiary hearing and/or trial
• Comfortable with written and oral arguments, trial advocacy and delivering legal presentations
• Ability to multitask and prioritize case deadlines effectively

Responsibilities

• The Attorney III represents the N.C. Department of Transportation in eminent domain litigation at all levels of complexity. The attorney must strategically counter novel arguments and pivot strategy based on the circumstances of the litigation and the client’s directive. The position requires a skilled trial attorney who is capable and comfortable with defending emotional and equitable arguments from opposing parties which are not supported by the law. The attorney will represent the Department in all levels of eminent domain litigation including - investigation, discovery, negotiations, vigorous motion practice, trials, and appeals.
• The attorney will become familiar with all aspects of the highway project for which the land is acquired, along with the maps, surveys, design and construction plans.
• The attorney will prepare and deliver legal presentations to the Right of Way Review Board, the Secretary’s Review Board and to others upon request, and provide legal advice and representation to the Right of Way Branch with respect to questions of law involved in acquisition, appraisals, and valuation of properties.
• The attorney will prepare various legal instruments, including but not limited to deeds, contracts, releases, along with other written documents, opinion letters or responses when called upon.
• The attorney will represent the State of North Carolina in criminal appeals, which will include but not be limited to the preparation and filing of briefs, petitions and, if called upon, oral arguments.

Benefits

• The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.
• You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees