Transportation/Condemnation Attorney IV, (60015037)
State of North Carolina See More Job Openings by This Employer
- Description of Work
THE STARTING SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO $92,917 - $132,790. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.The Attorney IV independently represents the Department of Transportation in eminent domain litigation at the highest levels of complexity, economic impact, and monetary exposure.
The Attorney IV has responsibility for all phases of litigation in land acquisition proceedings, including investigation, discovery, trials in the Superior Courts, and appeals to the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court. In addition, the Attorney IV provides legal advice and representation to the Right of Way Branch with respect to questions of law involved in appraisal and valuation of properties.
Complex Litigation. The primary duty of the Attorney IV is to independently represent DOT in the trial of complex eminent domain actions for the acquisition of real estate for highway purposes in cases where the DOT’s Right of Way Branch has been unable to effect settlement with landowners and legal proceedings have to be instituted. Unlike the Attorney III’s in the Condemnation Unit who are assigned cases in one specific or area, the Attorney IV is assigned cases throughout the state where the deposit or likely jury verdict exceeds approximately $500,000 or involves questions of first impression or legal strategies or tactics not used in routine condemnation cases. Technical issues and subjects that arise require research and specialized understanding in order to handle the case successfully.
Miscellaneous duties. The Attorney IV must also prepare various legal documents for the Department, including deeds, releases, disclaimers, contracts, and other instruments of a similar nature. Additionally, opinion letters, both formal and informal, to various state and local governmental officials must be prepared upon an appropriate request and assignment from the attorney’s supervisors.
Representation of the State in criminal appeals. The Attorney IV prepares briefs for the State in criminal appeals to the North Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. Preparation of the brief requires reading and summarizing a trial transcript, reading the defendant’s brief and the authority cited, researching relevant other authority and writing arguments on the questions raised.- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Management Preferences: In general, the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the Attorney IV are those for the general practice of law with emphasis on litigation, that is, maintain effective working relationships with clients, witnesses, colleagues, court officials, judges, and jurors. Thorough knowledge of condemnation case law and civil procedure is required as well as the demonstrated ability to analyze complex facts and evidence. Ability to conduct complex litigation in trial and appellate courts, including the ability to creatively develop case strategy and tactics, is required, and ability to oversee paralegals and less experienced attorneys who may assist in trial preparations and at trial is necessary.
- Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and four years of progressively responsible professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise. - Supplemental and Contact Information
The NC Department of Justice accomplishes our goals through our DOJ Organizational Values of Public Service, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Diversity, and Innovation. We encourage all qualified candidates who are committed to these values and want to make a difference in the lives of our citizens to apply for this opportunity.
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Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.
Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.
Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application.
If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.
Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.
Veterans Preference: Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.
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The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources Office
HumanResources@ncdoj.gov
- $92,917 - $209,064/year
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