Attorney Iii

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Wake County, NC, United States
Base: $99,216 - $103,184; bonus/equity: not specif...
Litigation experience including motions practice
Legal research and writing skills
Oral advocacy and trial experience
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • This attorney acts as defense counsel for the N.C. Department of Transportation in legal actions brought pursuant to the Tort Claims Act and represents the State before the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
  • The position requires managing a large caseload, responding to client queries on negligence and risk management, and providing legal education through conferences and workshops.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

Base: $99,216 - $103,184; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • litigation experience including motions practice
  • legal research and writing skills
  • oral advocacy and trial experience
  • knowledge of NC civil procedure and evidence rules
  • case management and client relations
  • defense counsel for Tort Claims Act cases

Nice-to-have

  • ability to assess fast-paced situations
  • experience with appellate court representation
  • public speaking and workshop teaching skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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