Appellate Defender - Attorney II

Job Responsibilities

Represent clients convicted of criminal offenses on direct appeal and in post-conviction relief appeals before the South Carolina Court of Appeals and the South Carolina Supreme Court.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in Good Standing of South Carolina Bar or pending Bar results.
• Completed Rule 403 Requirements.
• Minimum office hours of 8:30 - 5:00 Monday through Friday must be maintained.
• The attorney is expected to independently manage his/her caseload to assure high-quality appellate representation is provided.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of substantive criminal law and criminal procedure in South Carolina.
• Knowledge of general case, statutory, and common law.
• Exceptional writing and research skills.

Additional Comments

A writing sample is required.

Minimum Qualifications (Reiterated)

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in Good Standing of South Carolina Bar or pending Bar results.
• Completed Rule 403 Requirements.
• Minimum office hours of 8:30 - 5:00 Monday through Friday must be maintained.
• The attorney is expected to independently manage his/her caseload to assure high-quality appellate representation is provided.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement and savings plan options.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Telecommuting and flexible work schedules.
• Tuition assistance.
• Discounts on purchases, travel, and more.

Contact Information

• USC Law School Job Posting
• SCACDL Job Posting
• SC Bar Job Posting
• SC Careers Job Posting
• Word of Mouth
• If "Other," please specify.