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SC Office of the Attorney General
Tristan Broadwater, Recruitment Coordinator
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Email: recruitment@scag.gov
Recruiting for office(s) in: Columbia
Type of organization: Government
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General (Attorney II) – Post Conviction Relief
This position is eligible for Telework.
Under limited supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the PCR Section as Assistant Attorney General.
Review applications, calendar returns, and prepare proper pleadings and responses to applications, motions, or other pleadings.
Represent the State at court hearings as scheduled in assigned circuits and elsewhere, as required.
Prepare all proposed orders requested by the presiding judge.
Represent the State on all appeals of post-conviction relief cases handled in the circuit court when appealed to the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. File and serve appeals onbehalf of the State in cases in which relief is granted when approved by the Deputy AttorneyGeneral or Chief Deputy Attorney General in the interest of the State of South Carolina.Prepares any necessary petitions, returns, or briefs for filing with the appropriate appellate court. Represents the State at oral argument when scheduled.
Prepare a roster of cases to be heard and issue it to the appropriate parties or individuals. Ensure that witness letters and subpoenas are prepared and forwarded for mailing and/or service. Arrange for the transportation of post-conviction relief applicants to the hearings. Identify witnesses needed to defend the PCR action. Mail rosters at least four weeks prior tothe term.
Collects and reviews incoming mail, provides appropriate processing instructions, and ensures all due dates are noted on the attorney and legal assistant calendar. The attorney must place his or her initials on all mail and incoming letters, pleadings, e-mails (that are filed), or other documents to verify that the attorney has reviewed the matter.
Performs related duties as required or assigned by the division director or section supervisor, such as handling cases outside the primary subject assignment.
Promptly advises victim advocates of the development and/or status of any assigned cases.
Is responsible for ensuring LawBase and Worldox are properly and promptly updated to reflect action and documents generated/received in all cases for which the attorney is responsible.
Must maintain an accurate calendar of all due dates.
Respond to telephone calls by the end of each day. Timely response to written requests for advice or assistance from Solicitors, attorneys, and law enforcement entities regarding post-conviction relief matters or issues.
Is responsible for maintaining “shake-proof” files and promptly closing all files.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 30 November 2025
- Anticipated start date: 01/02/2026
- Response method(s): https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scag/jobs/5136194/assistant-attorney-general-attorney-ii-post-conviction-relief?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
- Materials requested: Résumé, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scag/jobs/5136194/assistant-attorney-general-attorney-ii-post-conviction-relief?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Hiring criteria
J.D. Degree
Necessary Requirements: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.