Managing Attorney & Office Leader

SOUTH CAROLINA LEGAL SVC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The managing attorney at South Carolina Legal Services oversees legal and non-legal staff, manages office administration, maintains a caseload, and supervises case progress to optimize office production. The role includes grant writing support, community outreach, and reporting to leadership.

Some evening and weekend work is required; a detailed job description is available upon request. EOE M/F/D/V and commitment to serving low-income clients are emphasized; the organization seeks a

Qualifications

• Admitted to the South Carolina Bar.
• Eight years of experience practicing civil law.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of civil practice and time management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal and non-legal staff and office administration.
• Maintain caseloads and supervise progress on current cases.
• Prepare reports and assist with grant writing and reporting.
• Coordinate community outreach and legal education events.
• Conduct performance appraisals and supervise staff development.

Skills

SC Bar member

8+ years civil law

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Oral & written communication

Time management

Poverty law experience

Microsoft 365

Driver's license

Job description

The managing attorney at South Carolina Legal Services oversees legal and non-legal staff, manages office administration, maintains a caseload, and supervises case progress to optimize office production. The role includes grant writing support, community outreach, and reporting to leadership.

Some evening and weekend work is required; a detailed job description is available upon request. EOE M/F/D/V and commitment to serving low-income clients are emphasized; the organization seeks a