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Assistant Attorney General (Attorney II), Securities

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-timePosted 3 days agoStill listed 2 days ago

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Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

The State of South Carolina Attorney General’s Office seeks an Assistant Attorney General for its Securities Section. The attorney represents the Securities and Money Services Sections in investigations and later case proceedings, recommends resolutions, prepares pleadings, and negotiates assigned cases. The role requires a Juris Doctor, at least three years of practicing-attorney experience, active good standing with the SC Bar, and satisfaction of Rule 403 requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

South Carolina LawCase LawStatutory LawCommon LawJudicial ProceduresQuasi-Judicial ProceduresLegal AnalysisEvidence AnalysisLegal Instrument AnalysisLegal WritingNegotiationStaff Direction

Qualifications

Juris Doctor3+ Years Practicing Attorney ExperienceActive SC Bar MembershipRule 403 Requirements

Benefits

Parental Leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

About Securities Under limited supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the Securities Section as Assistant Attorney General.• Represents the Securities and Money Services Sections in the investigative stages of securities and money services cases.

  • Following the investigation, make recommendations regarding the appropriate resolution of assigned cases.
  • Prepares pleadings related to assigned cases.
  • Successfully negotiates assigned cases.
  • Represent the Securities and Money Services Sections in the trial or hearing and appellate phases of assigned cases.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Director or the Attorney General.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

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

A Juris Doctor degree and three or more years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Necessary Requirement: Must be an active member in good standing with the SC Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Requirements:• Position may be required to travel to court and transport files.

  • Some travel is required.

  • Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Knowledge of general case, statutory, and common law.

  • Knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and rules of guidance.

  • Ability to interpret and apply laws in court decisions.

  • Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments.

  • Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically.

  • Ability to plan and direct the activities of a legal staff.

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED.THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. EEOP Utilization Report available upon request. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you have a limitation or disability that requires an accommodation during the application process, please let us know by emailing [email protected]

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