Staff Attorney II

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

The position reports to the Chief Judge. The Office is located in the Court of Appeals building in downtown Raleigh. The Office maintains a collegial environment where attorneys and staff collaborate to move the work of the Court and the Office forward. Attorneys are entrusted to work independently on assignments to meet the demands and deadlines of the Court. The Office allows some remote work, which is at the discretion of the Chief Judge.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Summarize petitions for prerogative writs and motions for temporary stays.
• Conduct necessary legal research to recommend dispositions.
• Draft orders effectuating rulings on petitions and motions.
• Draft proposed opinions for the Court as needed.
• Consult with and answer questions from judges on petitions and draft opinions.
• Prepare memoranda for the Office of Staff Counsel and the Court on various issues.
• Assist the Office and the Court with special projects as needed.

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.

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.

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