Senior Law Clerk

Job Responsibilities

You will have an opportunity to select which sections you have an interest in. Under limited supervision, provide support to attorneys representing the State in state and federal courts. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting legal research
• Preparing briefs, pleadings, memoranda, or other legal documents
• Aiding in courtroom hearings and proceedings
• Reviewing and summarizing evidence and exhibits
• Serving as a support to junior law clerks by monitoring caseloads and offering guidance on tasks and assignments.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
  • Be a current law student graduating in December 2026
  • Be transferring from out of state and preparing for the swearing-in
  • Be a recent graduate from an ABA-accredited law school awaiting SC Bar results
• Before transferring into a permanent Assistant Attorney General position, the applicant must complete Rule 403 requirements.
• Candidates involved in the State Grand Jury matters will be sworn to SGJ secrecy protocols and required to participate in the random drug testing program.

Additional Requirements

• The position may require travel and the transport of files.
• Proficient in computers, software, and technology, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other related tools.
• Occasional overnight travel may be necessary, especially during trials or hearings across the State.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing and attention to detail.
• Educational background in law.
• Effective communication and advocacy skills.
• Advanced legal research abilities.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with the public and officials.
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work.

Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECKS, DELINQUENT TAX CHECKS, GRIEVANCE CHECKS, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED. THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. EEOP Utilization Report available upon request. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you have a limitation or disability that requires an accommodation during the application process, please let us know by emailing recruitment@scag.gov

Benefits

For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

• Defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance;
• Holiday, annual and sick leave;
• Discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Required Questions

• 01 Which criteria align most closely with your qualifications?
  Current law student graduating in December 2026.
  Recent law graduate from an ABA-accredited law school awaiting SC Bar results.
  Transferring from out of state and preparing for the swearing-in.
• 02 Are you comfortable potentially completing an initial interview through our virtual program, SparkHire?
• 03 Are you eligible and willing to take the next South Carolina Bar examination, and satisfy Rule 403 requirements?
• 04 Identify the sections that interest you. (Select all that apply.)
  Please note that you may need to participate in interviews for several sections you are interested in within the office.
• 05 Please Read*
  I acknowledge that I will be sent a link to complete an initial SparkHire interview. Failure to complete the interview will result in my application not being referred to the hiring manager.
• 06 Please read in its entirety*
  I understand that a resume may be attached but cannot replace the completion of the employment application's salary, work history, education, and reference sections. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.