Attorney III

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is seeking an Attorney III to serve as legal counsel under the direction of SLED's Office of General Counsel. This role involves representing and supporting SLED and the SLED Chief by performing all necessary legal tasks. SLED is a premier statewide law enforcement agency committed to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina through high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services. The agency values integrity, professionalism, public service, dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a commitment to justice. SLED fosters a professional work environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, holding employees to the highest standards and offering opportunities for growth within a mission-driven organization.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Ten (10) years of legal experience.
• Must be a member of the South Carolina bar.
• Must have completed Rule 403 trial experiences.
• Must possess excellent writing and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Must possess the ability to provide competent legal guidance and advice on the application of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies that affect SLED and SLED personnel.
• Position requires the ability to be on-call and to work off hours for special projects and details.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to within a 50-mile radius from SLED Headquarters located at 4400 Broad River Road in Columbia, SC.

Nice To Haves

• Prior prosecutorial experience.
• Prior representation of law enforcement in civil matters.
• Experience with e-discovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and guidance to SLED personnel on the application of state and federal law, state and federal regulations, and SLED policies and procedures.
• Prosecute SLED cases in summary courts throughout the state, when needed.
• Perform professional legal research into criminal justice issues and prepare legal analysis, responses, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents as needed to assist and guide SLED and SLED personnel.
• Collaborate with other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors as needed.
• Assist SLED personnel with privilege reviews; extradition matters; compliance with South Carolina FOIA; and discovery productions, including electronic discovery in both criminal and civil matters.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or assigned by SLED's General Counsel.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior