Assistant Attorney General

3 weeks ago

Columbia, United States State of South Carolina Full time

Job Responsibilities

This is an advertisement for multiple vacancies.

About Post-Conviction Relief

Under limited supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the PCR Section as Assistant Attorney General.

* Review applications calendar returns and prepare proper pleadings and responses to applications, motions, or other pleadings.
* Represent the State at court hearings as scheduled in assigned circuits and elsewhere, as required.
* Prepare all proposed orders requested by the presiding judge.
* Represent the State on all appeals of post-conviction relief cases handled in the circuit court when appealed to the Supreme Court and Court Appeals. File and serve appeals on behalf of the State in all cases in which relief is granted unless approval not to pursue an appeal is obtained from the Chief Deputy Attorney General. Prepares any necessary petitions, returns, or briefs for filing with the appropriate appellate court. Represents the State at oral argument when scheduled.
* Prepare a roster of cases to be heard and issued to appropriate parties or individuals. Ensure that witness letters and subpoenas are prepared and forwarded for mailing and/or service. Arrange for the transportation of post-conviction relief applicants to the hearings. Identify witnesses needed to defend PCR action. Mail rosters at least four weeks prior to term.
* Collects and reviews incoming mail, provides appropriate processing instructions, and ensures all due dates are noted on the attorney and legal assistant calendar. The attorney must place his or her initials on all mail and incoming letters, pleadings, e-mails (that are filed), or other documents to verify the attorney has reviewed the matter.
* Performs related duties required or assigned by the division director or section supervisor, such as handling cases outside primary subject assignment.
* Promptly advises victim advocates of any development and/or status of assigned cases.
* Is responsible for ensuring LawBase and Worldox are properly and promptly updated to reflect action and documents generated/received in all cases for which the attorney is responsible.
* Must maintain an accurate calendar of all due dates.
* Respond to telephone calls by the end of each day. Timely response to written requests for advice or assistance from Solicitors, attorneys, and law enforcement entities regarding post-conviction relief matters or issues.
* Is responsible for maintaining "shake-proof" files and promptly closing all files.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
* Paid parental leave (effective October 1, 2022).
* Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
* Fifteen days of annual (vacation) per year.
* Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
* Thirteen paid holidays.
* State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Juris Doctorate degree.

Necessary Requirements: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Requirements:

* Position may require overnight travel.
* Position may require employees to work evenings and weekends.
* Position requires frequent driver duties.
* Position may be required to travel to court and transport files.

Preferred Qualifications

* Must be well organized with a demonstrated ability to work independently.
* Must be proficient in legal research and writing and have excellent oral advocacy skills.
* Good computer skills and knowledge of Word.
* Must be able to transport files to and from court.
* Position will require some overnight travel.

Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, SLED BACKGROUND CHECK, AND GRIEVANCE CHECK ARE REQUIRED.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request.

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