Description:
Job Summary:South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) seeks two (2) client-focused Counsel & Advice Attorneys to provide legal counsel and guidance to eligible low-income clients throughout South Carolina. South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) seeks two (2) client-focused Counsel & Advice Attorneys to provide legal counsel and guidance to eligible low-income clients throughout South Carolina. This position is responsible for reviewing client applications and supporting documentation, analyzing legal issues, conducting legal research, and preparing comprehensive counsel and advice letters, and supporting brief services, where appropriate. The position plays a critical role in expanding access to justice by delivering high-quality legal advice and brief services to underserved communities.
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Position Title Counsel & Advice Attorney
Location Statewide (South Carolina); Remote optional
Job Type Full-time
Salary Range $85,000 - $95,000, depending on years of experience
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with the South Carolina Bar.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
- Minimum of five (5) years of legal practice experience.
- Experience analyzing legal issues and applying relevant laws and regulations.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet productivity standards.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to serving low-income and vulnerable populations.
- Experience in legal aid, public interest law, or civil legal services preferred.
- Knowledge of housing, family, consumer, public benefits, employment, education, or other poverty law issues preferred.
Job Close Date Until Filled