Emerging Public Defender Attorney I

Richland County Ag; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County Public Defender's Office seeks an attorney to represent indigent adults and juveniles in less serious criminal matters within Richland County and its municipal courts. The role includes client meetings, case investigations, plea negotiations, motions, and trials with supervision as needed.

The attorney will prepare and argue criminal cases, collaborate with law enforcement and social services, and ensure compliance with legal and office guidelines.

Qualifications

• Prepares and argues criminal cases; conducts motions, trials, and pleadings.
• Must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina.
• Requires transportation to attend court hearings and visit clients in detention facilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent adults and juveniles in criminal matters.
• Meet with clients in courthouses, jails, or detention facilities; interview witnesses and review evidence.
• Prepare witnesses, motions, and briefs; participate in plea negotiations and trials.

Skills

Data Involvement

People Involvement

Language Requirements

Computer Requirements

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Richland County Public Defender's Office seeks an attorney to represent indigent adults and juveniles in less serious criminal matters within Richland County and its municipal courts. The role includes client meetings, case investigations, plea negotiations, motions, and trials with supervision as needed.

The attorney will prepare and argue criminal cases, collaborate with law enforcement and social services, and ensure compliance with legal and office guidelines.