Closing Date: 28th January, 2026
Description:
AgencyDept of Justice
Division:
DOJ Legal Services
Job Classification Title
Attorney V (NS)
Attorney V (NS)
Position Number
65041102
65041102
Grade
LG10
About Us:
The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs' and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.
Description of Work:
Recruitment Range: $116,147 - $139,972
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
The Attorney V is the Section's senior litigation attorney responsible for independently performing the most advanced legal work for the State in complex civil litigation, primarily in federal court, and for serving as a quality-control and mentoring resource to less experienced attorneys in the Public Safety Section. Matters routinely involve constitutional questions, civil rights claims under 42 U.S.C. 1983, employment litigation, and other high-impact public safety issues affecting DPS, DAC, SHP, and SBI. This position represents the highest attorney classification within the Section.
Key Responsibilities:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Minimum Education and Experience:
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and five 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.
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.
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.
Contact Information:
LG10
About Us:
The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs' and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.
Description of Work:
Recruitment Range: $116,147 - $139,972
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
The Attorney V is the Section's senior litigation attorney responsible for independently performing the most advanced legal work for the State in complex civil litigation, primarily in federal court, and for serving as a quality-control and mentoring resource to less experienced attorneys in the Public Safety Section. Matters routinely involve constitutional questions, civil rights claims under 42 U.S.C. 1983, employment litigation, and other high-impact public safety issues affecting DPS, DAC, SHP, and SBI. This position represents the highest attorney classification within the Section.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead complex civil litigation in federal and state courts, including trials and appeals.
- Develop case strategy, assess risk, and execute motions and trial plans.
- Draft and review pleadings, briefs, and settlement agreements with precision.
- Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and oral arguments.
- Review and approve work product of junior attorneys for accuracy and compliance.
- Mentor attorneys on litigation strategy, writing, and courtroom advocacy.
- Provide advanced legal advice to DOJ and client agencies on constitutional and civil rights matters.
- Support Section leadership with caseload management and strategic initiatives.
- Federal litigation experience, including trial work.
- Formal supervisory and/or informal mentorship experience with respect to attorneys, paralegals and administrative support professionals.
- Ease around high-volume litigation and tight deadlines with high impact.
- Public safety and/or law enforcement defense experience.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and five 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.
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.
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.
Contact Information:
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
EEO Statement:
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Human Resources
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
EEO Statement:
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Andrea Evet Cannon
Recruiter Email:
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov