Attorney II (#018843) Office of General Counsel, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Responsibilities

• Handles appeal under the administrative procedures act and manages the department's response.
• Assists outside counsel in defense of civil lawsuits, including investigation and case preparation.
• Provides legal guidance to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies in the interpretation of state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures.
• Assists General Counsel's Office with agency orientation and legal training.
• Practice areas for the General Counsel's Office include constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law.

Benefits

• Police Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, and Life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements: A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney

SCDC Minimum Requirements: A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school. Membership in the South Carolina Bar and completion of rule 403 requirements within six (6) months of employment.