Criminal Defense Attorney

Price Benowitz LLP • Columbia, SD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our Columbia, South Carolina office, with a strong focus on Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters and appellate practice. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a litigation-driven environment and has meaningful experience handling complex criminal matters beyond the trial stage.
The preferred candidate will work on-site five days per week, collaborating closely with attorneys and staff while managing an active and substantive caseload.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of criminal defense experience
• Demonstrated experience with Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters strongly required
• Appellate experience strongly preferred, including brief writing and record review
• Active and good standing license to practice law in South Carolina
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong courtroom presence and client communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and a high-volume caseload independently

Responsibilities

• Handle Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters, including case evaluation, investigation, drafting petitions, and court appearances
• Manage criminal appeals, including legal research, brief writing, and oral argument preparation
• Review trial records, transcripts, and evidentiary issues to identify constitutional and procedural errors
• Draft motions, memoranda, appellate briefs, and related filings
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy, expectations, and outcomes
• Appear in state courts throughout South Carolina as required
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on post-trial strategy and appellate preservation issues

Benefits

• Dedicated support staff and established criminal defense infrastructure
• Meaningful, substantive work with real client impact
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture with experienced criminal defense leadership
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Opportunity for long-term growth within a well-established, expanding firm

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees