Legal Advocate

South Carolina Legal Services is seeking a dedicated and passionate Attorney to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will provide high-quality legal representation, advocacy, and outreach to low-income individuals in South Carolina.

• Provide civil legal representation to low-income individuals in areas such as housing, consumer, education, federal income tax, elder, employment, family law, housing, probate, and public benefits.
• Develop and implement effective advocacy strategies to address the legal needs of our clients.
• Collaborate with other advocates, community organizations, and government agencies to provide comprehensive support to our clients.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant laws, regulations, and court procedures to ensure the highest level of representation for our clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless case management and client satisfaction.

• Member of the SC Bar
• Litigation and clinical experience preferred but not required if committed to public interest/poverty law, working with low-income, underserved, rural, diverse clients and client communities, and ability to collaborate effectively with other advocates and those agencies that serve the low-income community.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Rules of Evidence, Rules of the Family Court, and Rules of Appellate Procedure.
• Excellent relationship building, leadership, and research skills.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills; bilingual skills a plus but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 2016 and Microsoft Office 365.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record as use of firm's vehicles may be required.