Attorney: Hearings, Appeals & Legal Research

State of South Carolina

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 71,000 - 77,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Criminal Justice Academy seeks an attorney to teach Basic Law Enforcement and Basic Detention topics while supporting legal functions within the academy. You will draft hearing notices, prepare recommendations for the South Carolina Law Enforcement Training Council, and help finalize agency decisions.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctorate, are active SC Bar members, and can complete Rule 403 requirements.

Qualifications

Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Active member of the SC Bar.
Completion of Rule 403 requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction of legal principles to students in Basic Law Enforcement and Basic Detention classes.
Assist with writing hearing officer recommendations, submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Training Council, and draft the final agency decision.
Draft hearing notices and other documents pertinent to scheduling, conducting, and concluding contested case hearings.
Conduct legal research on issues pertaining to the Law Enforcement Training Act, evidentiary issues, and FOIA, among others.
Assist with appeals to the ALC and Court of Appeals, including creating the Record on Appeal, drafting briefs, and correspondence to the court.
Perform other assignments and projects assigned by the General Counsel.