Appeals & Administrative Law Attorney II

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; 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

State of South Carolina seeks a qualified attorney for the General Counsel’s Office to handle appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and support civil litigation efforts. The role advises agency staff and other entities on state and federal law, and assists with orientation and legal training.

The position covers constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law, with responsibilities spanning guidance, investigation, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Experience as a practicing attorney.
• Membership in the South Carolina Bar and completion of Rule 403 requirements within six months of employment.

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.

Skills

Constitutional law

Litigation

Contracts

Employment law

Appeals

Administrative law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Bar admission – South Carolina

Job description

State of South Carolina seeks a qualified attorney for the General Counsel’s Office to handle appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and support civil litigation efforts. The role advises agency staff and other entities on state and federal law, and assists with orientation and legal training.

The position covers constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law, with responsibilities spanning guidance, investigation, and collaboration with