South Carolina Legal Services · 1 month ago
Attorney
Florence, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $65K/yrSouth Carolina Legal Services is a statewide law firm that provides civil legal services to protect the rights and represent the interests of low-income South Carolinians. The role involves providing civil legal representation, advocacy, and outreach to low-income individuals, with a focus on various areas of law including housing, family law, and public benefits.
Consulting
Hiring Manager
Eunice Franklin
Responsibilities
Provide a wide range of civil legal representation, advocacy and outreach to low-income individuals
Civil litigation will primarily be in the areas of housing, federal income tax, family law, consumer, education, elder law, and public benefits though the attorney may work in other priority areas of law depending on client needs
Participation in outreach activities is required
The position may also require some evening and/or weekend work as well as statewide travel
Qualification
Required
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
Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office 2013
Desire to work with diverse people and communities
Commitment to public interest/poverty law
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Preferred
Litigation experience plus experience with a broad range of other advocacy tools and community education presentations
Bilingual skills a plus
Company
South Carolina Legal Services
SCLS provides free legal assistance in civil legal matters to eligible low income residents of South Carolina.
Founded in 1876
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kirby Mitchell
Legal Director, Upstate Medical Legal Partnership (MLP)
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