Appeals & Administrative Law Attorney

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Police Retirement Plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a licensed attorney to handle appeals, support defense of civil litigation, and provide legal guidance across state and federal laws and agency policies. The role includes contributing to orientation and training for agency staff and attorneys.

Required is a J.D. from an accredited law school and SC Bar membership, with Rule 403 completion within six months. Equal opportunity employer statements apply.

Qualifications

• Juris doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Experience as a practicing attorney.
• Membership in the South Carolina Bar (SC Bar) and completion of rule 403 within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Handle appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and manage the department's response.
• Assist outside counsel in defense of civil lawsuits, including investigation and case preparation.
• Provide legal guidance to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies on laws and agency policies and procedures.
• Assist General Counsel's Office with agency orientation and legal training.
• Practice areas include constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law.

Education

Juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a licensed attorney to handle appeals, support defense of civil litigation, and provide legal guidance across state and federal laws and agency policies. The role includes contributing to orientation and training for agency staff and attorneys.

Required is a J.D. from an accredited law school and SC Bar membership, with Rule 403 completion within six months. Equal opportunity employer statements apply.