What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Advocate position at South Carolina Legal Services?
About the Company
South Carolina Legal Services is a statewide law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of low-income individuals. We provide civil legal services, advocacy, and outreach to those in need.
As a Civil Rights Attorney, you will work with a diverse range of clients, providing representation, litigation, and community education on various areas of law, including housing, family law, consumer protection, education, and elder law.
You will be required to participate in outreach activities, and may need to work evenings, weekends, and travel statewide.
Key Qualifications
- Member of the SC Bar
- Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure, Evidence, Family Court, and Appellate Procedure
- Strong oral, written, and presentation skills
- Bilingual skills a plus
- Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office 2013
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
Compensation Package
$65,000 per year
Equal Opportunity Statement
SCLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $65,000