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S.C. Judicial Branch (Columbia, SC)
Justin Ward,
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Email: hcrouchj@sccourts.org
Send application materials to: Honorable Huntley S. Crouch
Recruiting for office(s) in: Lexington County, SC
Type of organization: Government
Job Title: Family Court Law Clerk, 11th Circuit (2025-2026 Term)
The South Carolina Judicial Branch is seeking legal professionals to join their team as Law Clerk I in Family Court. The 11th Circuit includes Lexington, Edgefield, McCormick, and Saluda, SC. This is a 1-year rotation position. The anticipated start date is August/September 2025.
Under the supervision of the circuit Chief Judge for Administrative Purposes (CJAP), the Law Clerk I will assist the Family Court Judges in their assigned circuit with the preparation, research, and case management of Family Court cases. 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.
Reviews the case records as assigned by the CJAP to ensure proceedings can go forward. Communicates with attorneys and parties to ensure all necessary actions have been completed prior to hearings and trials.
Conducts legal research and analysis and provides a summary of their findings.
Receives and reviews incoming mail, email, and voicemail messages as requested and directed. Responds to all email and voicemail messages in a timely manner. Confirms that correspondence is copied to all attorneys as is appropriate. Ensures that parties are adhering to statutory requirements and abiding by court rules and orders.
Drafts legal memoranda with information received from files and attorneys as directed by assigned judges.
Responds to and tracks case-related requests and communications from attorneys, parties, County Clerks of Court and their employees, guardians ad litem, and other relevant stakeholders.
Prepares and maintains confidential data and reports. Prepares and searches all incoming orders and maintains a list of all Matters Under Advisement for each judge in their circuit, which are to be reported monthly by each judge.
Reads and has knowledge of all incoming advance sheets. Notifies judge of new case law that may impact current or pending cases.
Attends hearings, trials, and other courtroom proceedings as requested. Travels to court proceedings statewide as requested. Responsible for the set up and break down of courtrooms. Manages all judicial law books, notebooks, and computer equipment.
Maintains a monthly calendar of court dates and weekly schedules. Keeps a weekly folder with dockets, calendar, and all case notes. Communicates with Court Services as it pertains to matters to include Judges’ Scheduling, Court Reporting, Court Interpreting, data gathering and reporting, legal questions, technology issues, etc.
All other duties as assigned.
Application materials include resume and cover letter. Address application materials to the Honorable Huntley S. Crouch.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 26 December 2025
- Anticipated start date:
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Cover letter
Hiring criteria
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited school of law AND admitted to the practice of law in South Carolina; OR
At the time of hire, has a pending application seeking admission under Rule 402 of the South Carolina Appellate Court Rules (SCACR), or a pending application seeking admission in another jurisdiction which has adopted the UBE.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of:
Laws and rules of South Carolina Rules;
The theories of legal research; and
West Law and the Attorney Information System (AIS).
Ability to:
Interpret and apply state/federal law and judicial decisions;
Analyze facts and express conclusions clearly, logically, and concisely;
Prepare orders, memos, and other legal documents;
Effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize tasks;
Work independently in meeting deadlines;
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Establish and maintain good working relationships with judges, SCJB staff, attorneys, court personnel, and other clients/customers; and
Maintain a high level of discretion.
Skills:
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook);
Demonstration of a strong, consistent, and dependable work ethic;
Detail-oriented and possess excellent time-management skills; and
Strong writing skills.
Others:
Must have dependable transportation and be able to travel; and
Must be able to lift and move files and/or boxes weighing 15-20 pounds.
Application materials include resume and cover letter. Address application materials to the Honorable Huntley S. Crouch.