Staff Attorney (Full-time Position) - Charleston, Conway, Florence, & Orangeburg

Location : Charleston, Conway, Florence, & Orangeburg

Job Type : Full-time

Job Summary : Provides a wide range of civil legal representation, advocacy and outreach to low-income individuals. Civil litigation will primarily be in the areas of housing, consumer, education, federal income tax, elder, employment, family law, housing, probate, and public benefits though the attorney may work in other priority areas of law depending on client needs.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Member of the SC Bar
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Rules of Evidence, Rules of the Family Court, and Rules of Appellate Procedure
• Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills; bilingual skills a plus, but not required
• Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office 365
• Desire to work with diverse people and communities
• Commitment to public interest / poverty law
• Valid driver's license and good driving record

To apply, please submit an application, resume, and two writing samples to : eunicefranklin@sclegal.org, Attn : Human Resources – Staff Attorney – (Specify Office Location)

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About SCLS

South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) provides free legal assistance in a wide variety of civil (non-criminal) legal matters to eligible low income residents of South Carolina. SCLS does not discriminate on the basis of disability, or any class status protected by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.

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