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Richland County Government
CASA Attorney I
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What they do
A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
$117,374 / year median in South Carolina
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Provides legal advice to and represents Guardians ad Litem and Volunteers Supervisors in court proceedings. Interprets complex legal and policy issues and maintains detailed knowledge of changes in pertinent legal doctrine. Prepares cases for Family Court; diagnoses cases and determines best case strategies; interviews clients, family members and others involved in assigned cases; researches legal issues affecting cases; applies the law to cases; determines outcome desired; negotiates with other attorneys; evaluates and prepares witnesses for court. Prepares written and oral arguments to persuade the court; presents cases before court. Prepares legal briefs, motions, pleadings, and other legal documents. Meets periodically with department staff to discuss particular cases, legal issues or problems. Receives and responds to difficult and sensitive client or public inquiries, concerns and complaints. Assists in providing training of Guardians ad Litem as necessary. Assists in coordinating department activities and functions with those of other County departments, municipalities and outside agencies as appropriate. Plans and gives presentations to various community/ civic organizations as requested. Participates in special events, fundraisers, awards ceremonies and other activities sponsored by the department as required or appropriate. Maintains files; compiles data for and prepares various reports and statistics as required by the department, County and/or other agencies.