Hourly rate: $75.00 (based on education/experience...
Complex civil litigation experience
State and federal court representation
Wildlife and natural resource law knowledge
This temporary position serves as lead counsel in complex, high-impact litigation focused on protecting public resources managed by the Wildlife Resources Commission
Job Summary
This temporary position serves as lead counsel in complex, high-impact litigation focused on protecting public resources managed by the Wildlife Resources Commission.
The attorney will develop and execute legal strategies to enforce state laws related to wildlife, habitat, and natural resource protection across state and federal courts.
Candidates must be licensed to practice law in North Carolina with at least four years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.
Matching Summary
This temporary position serves as lead counsel in complex, high-impact litigation focused on protecting public resources managed by the Wildlife Resources Commission.
Salary
Hourly Rate: $75.00 (Based on education/experience); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: HDHP eligibility for 30+ hrs/week, no retirement benefits
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Complex civil litigation experience
State and federal court representation
Wildlife and natural resource law knowledge
Strategic legal leadership capabilities
Interagency coordination skills
Nice-to-have
Experience with environmental conservation cases
Ability to work with technical experts
Strong negotiation and settlement skills
Commitment to public trust mission
Proactive legal advisory background
Key Requirements
Licensed to practice law by NC State Bar
Four years of progressively responsible legal experience
Must separate from permanent NC State position if applicable