Attorney II

Class Concept

Employees independently prepare for and conduct courtroom and administrative litigation, negotiate settlements of cases, prepare legal opinions on rules and operations of an agency, and resolve complaints or answer inquiries on legal issues from the public. Technical guidance is typically available from section or division heads. Employees may represent the State in criminal appeal cases as assigned. Employees may argue cases before the appellate courts, assist agency officials in drafting proposed legislation or internal rules, and perform related duties as required.

Recruitment Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of case, statutory, regulatory, and common law.
• Working knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and the rules of evidence.
• Ability to conduct civil or criminal litigation.
• Ability to interpret and apply constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, court decisions, and other precedents.
• Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments.
• Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written form.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and one year of 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.