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Employer Information
Supreme Court of South Carolina
Becky Hunter, Chief Staff Attorney
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Email: rhunter@sccourts.org | https://www.sccourts.org/
Recruiting for office(s) in: Columbia, SC
Type of organization: Government
Job Title: Supreme Court Staff Attorney I (2-year rotation)
The South Carolina Supreme Court Staff Attorney’s Office is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a Staff Attorney I. This is a 2-year rotating position.
This is an opportunity to be involved in challenging, interesting, and meaningful work in a collaborative environment supported by leadership committed to preserving the integrity of the South Carolina judicial system and the confidence of the public in the administration of justice.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
This job bulletin represents general duties for this position and is not intended to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
As a Staff Attorney I, you will assist the Justices of the South Carolina Supreme Court by reviewing assigned cases and motions, researching and analyzing legal issues, and providing written and oral recommendations to the Supreme Court.
Candidates
• Current 3Ls and Previous Law School Graduates.
Application Procedures
Interested persons meeting the required qualifications may submit a resume along with a copy of a law school grade sheet, references, and a brief writing sample to Becky Hunter at rhunter@sccourts.org. Only submissions that include all required information will be considered.
Any questions may be directed to Becky Hunter at 803-734-1075 or rhunter@sccourts.org.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children;
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs;
• 15 days paid annual (vacation) leave per year;
• 15 days paid sick leave per year;
• Option to designate 10 days of earned paid sick leave per year as family sick leave;
• 13 paid state holidays;
• Workers’ Compensation Benefits.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, or disability.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 15 October 2025
- Anticipated start date:
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Grade sheet (unofficial transcript), Cover letter, Writing sample, 3
Hiring criteria
Requirements and Qualifications
• A Juris Doctor degree, or anticipated obtainment of a Juris Doctor degree by August 2026, or its equivalent from an American Bar Association accredited school of law.
• Minimum GPA of 3.2
• If not currently a member of the South Carolina Bar, must attain membership within twelve (12) months of start date.
Knowledge of:
• South Carolina Appellate Court Rules;
• Criminal and civil law of South Carolina;
• Theories of legal research and writing
Skills:
• Proficiency with Westlaw and/or Lexis;
• Interpreting and applying law with minimal guidance to prepare memoranda, orders, opinions, and other written documents that are concise, well-reasoned, and accurate;
• Communicating and maintaining effective working relationships with all Judicial Branch staff;
• Receiving and implementing feedback in a positive manner.
Preferred Qualifications
• GPA of 3.5;
• Moot Court, Law Review, Journal, or other comparable experience;
• Internship or Externship with a court or judge.