Attorney Iv -special Deputy Attorney General

Dept of Justice

Wake County, NC, United States
$96,513 - $115,937 py
On-site
Represent the state in criminal appeals
Research and prepare legal briefs
Present oral arguments in court
The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking an Attorney IV to represent the state in complex criminal appeals and post-conviction cases. Ideal candidates should have significant legal experience, particularly in criminal law, and the role offers competitive benefits including paid health insurance and generous leave

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Department of Justice represents the state and defends the rights of its people.
  • This role involves representing the State of North Carolina in state and federal capital and non-capital post-conviction cases.
  • The position requires extensive legal research, brief writing, and oral argument in appellate courts.

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The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking an Attorney IV to represent the state in complex criminal appeals and post-conviction cases. Ideal candidates should have significant legal experience, particularly in criminal law, and the role offers competitive benefits including paid health insurance and generous leave.

Salary

$96,513 - $115,937

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Represent the State in criminal appeals
  • Research and prepare legal briefs
  • Present oral arguments in court
  • Federal habeas corpus litigation
  • Capital litigation defense

Nice-to-have

  • Advise other attorneys on criminal appellate matters
  • Liaison with Attorneys General and prosecutors

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

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