Managing Attorney; Columbia

Position: Managing Attorney (Columbia )
Overview
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Job Summary:

The managing attorney is responsible for the efficient management of the legal and non-legal staff; oversees the effective administration of the office; maintains a caseload; handles employee concerns work schedules, conducts performance appraisals, assigns and reviews the progress of all current cases and assignments; plans, directs, and uses information effectively to enhance activities and production of the office; prepares and review reports and statistical information to be disseminated to management;

assists with grant writing and seeking appropriate grants; and coordinates, conducts, and participates in community outreach/legal education events.
The position will require some evening and weekend work. A more detailed job description is available upon request.
Qualifications

Member of the South Carolina Bar
Minimum of eight years of experience practicing civil law
Supervisory experience preferred
Strong leadership, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills
Knowledge of the principles of civil practice and time management
Excellent relationship/team building skills and have the ability to work cooperatively with others
Ability to analyze and prepare reports
Background in poverty law or public interest work is preferred
Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office 365
Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Job Open Date:
Immediately
Job Close Date:
Until Filled
Applicants interested in applying for this position may submit the following materials to:

Application (pdf)
Resume
three references (one of which must be a managing attorney)
two writing samples
a cover letter

To: eunicefranklin, Attn:
Human Resources – Managing Attorney (Indicate Office Location)
EOE M/F/D/V
About SCLS
South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) provides free legal assistance in a wide variety of civil (non-criminal) legal matters to eligible low income residents of South Carolina. SCLS does not discriminate on the basis of disability, or any class status protected by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
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