Base: $96,513 - $115,937; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Criminal appellate matters
Federal habeas corpus petitions
Capital litigation
The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking an Attorney IV to represent the state in complex criminal post-conviction cases, requiring substantial legal experience and expertise in criminal law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research, writing, and capital litigation, and will be tasked with both representing the state and advising other attorneys
Job Summary
The North Carolina Department of Justice represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina.
This role involves representing the State in state and federal capital and non-capital post-conviction cases, including complex criminal appeals.
The State of North Carolina offers employer-paid health insurance, generous leave accrual, and retirement benefits.
Matching Summary
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The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking an Attorney IV to represent the state in complex criminal post-conviction cases, requiring substantial legal experience and expertise in criminal law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research, writing, and capital litigation, and will be tasked with both representing the state and advising other attorneys.
Salary
Base: $96,513 - $115,937; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
criminal appellate matters
federal habeas corpus petitions
capital litigation
state post-conviction cases
Nice-to-have
advise other attorneys
liaison with attorneys general
complex criminal appeals
Key Requirements
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar
Four years of progressively responsible professional legal experience