N.C. Department of Information Technology · 23 hours ago
Attorney III
Wake County, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $101K/yr
3+ years expThe N.C. Department of Transportation is seeking an Attorney III to represent the department in eminent domain litigation. This role involves strategic legal representation, trial advocacy, and preparation of legal documents related to transportation projects.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
The Attorney III represents the N.C. Department of Transportation in eminent domain litigation at all levels of complexity
The attorney must strategically counter novel arguments and pivot strategy based on the circumstances of the litigation and the client’s directive
The position requires a skilled trial attorney who is capable and comfortable with defending emotional and equitable arguments from opposing parties which are not supported by the law
The attorney will represent the Department in all levels of eminent domain litigation including - investigation, discovery, negotiations, vigorous motion practice, trials, and appeals
The attorney will become familiar with all aspects of the highway project for which the land is acquired, along with the maps, surveys, design and construction plans
The attorney will prepare and deliver legal presentations to the Right of Way Review Board, the Secretary’s Review Board and to others upon request, and provide legal advice and representation to the Right of Way Branch with respect to questions of law involved in acquisition, appraisals, and valuation of properties
The attorney will prepare various legal instruments, including but not limited to deeds, contracts, releases, along with other written documents, opinion letters or responses when called upon
The attorney will represent the State of North Carolina in criminal appeals, which will include but not be limited to the preparation and filing of briefs, petitions and, if called upon, oral arguments
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar
Three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience
Three years progressively responsible professional litigation experience
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with management, colleagues and clients
Experience independently handling complex civil litigation from initial filings through a full evidentiary hearing and/or trial
Comfortable with written and oral arguments, trial advocacy and delivering legal presentations
Ability to multitask and prioritize case deadlines effectively
Benefits
Employer paid health insurance
Twelve paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
Dental
Vision
Other insurance options
Retirement benefits
Company
N.C. Department of Information Technology
The N.C.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Torre Jessup
Chief Operating Officer
Alysa Kelly
Executive Assistant to Chief Deputy/CIO/Chief Privacy Officer/Director of Enterprise Operations
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