What You'll Be Doing
The Wake County Attorney’s Office is seeking applicants with general civil practice experience to serve as an Assistant County Attorney.
This position will be housed in the Child Protective Services section of the Wake County Attorney’s Office and will report directly to the County Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Provide legal representation for the Department of Social Services in all aspects of Social Services Law with the emphasis on Child Welfare Law and Abuse, Neglect and Dependency proceedings
Work with Social Workers to prepare cases for trial and represent the agency in District Court
Deadlines are set by statute and must be followed from the filing of petitions through adjudication, disposition and permanency for children in the custody of the agency
About Our Team
The County Attorney’s Office advises county officials and departments on legal matters and represents the county in court and legal negotiations.
The office provides legal advice and answers questions relating to statutes, rules, regulations, or court interpretations.
The office also drafts legal documents, researches legal precedents, advises officials on legal implications of actions, and studies county policies, procedures and actions to ensure compliance with the law.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law
Three years of experience as a practicing Attorney
North Carolina Bar License
Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Five years of experience as a practicing Attorney
Litigation experience
Juvenile and Family Law experience
Experience with motions practice, appellate work and defense litigation
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written form
Ability to handle adversarial trials and to effectively maintain large case loads
Ability to research and analyze facts, evidence and legal instruments
Exemplary problem-solving skills
Ability to apply rules, case law and statutes specific to the provision of county services
Excellent writing skills are required for the preparation of briefs, memoranda, pleadings, and other legal documents
Ability to apply rules, case law and statutes specific to the provision of Juvenile Law
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Advanced technical and critical thinking skills
Ability to exercise independence and sound judgment in carrying out the duties of the position
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Excellent organization and time management skills
About This Position
Location: Courthouse Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 78,043 - 109,260
Market Range: 78,043.
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Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 3/8/2024
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