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University of South Carolina
School of Law
Alumni Job Opportunities
The University of South Carolina School of Law is committed to a policy of
nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
age, handicap, or disability. Accordingly, the law school=s facilities are available only to
employers whose practices are consistent with this policy.
The University of South Carolina and the School of Law provide equal opportunity and
affirmative action in education and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The
#050 -University of South Carolina has designated as the ADA Title II, Section 504 and
Title IX coordinator the Executive Assistant to the President for Equal Opportunity Programs.
The Office of the Executive Assistant to the President for Equal Opportunity Programs is located
at 1600 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC; telephone 803-777-3854.
Office of Career Services
University of South Carolina School of Law
Suite 139, 701 South Main Street
Columbia, SC 29208
Phyllis B. Burkhard, Director
803-777-8479/fax 803-777-8565
www.law.sc.edu
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ATTENTION! USC LAW SCHOOL ALUMNI
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Career Services Office by sending the information to the following e-Mail address - Please
include your class year and current telephone numbers.
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or organization posting them. Applicants are encouraged to research employers and
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Jobs are posted in the order received. Postings will remain on website for
approximately three (3) months unless deadline dates are included or
employers request removal of postings. Permanent postings and websites are
listed at the end.
South Carolina Department of Corrections – (recent graduates/alumni)
4502 Broad River Road
Columbia, SC 29210
Attorney
Position description:
Handles appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and manages the agency's response.
Represents the agency in defense of civil lawsuits, including investigation, case preparation, trial
presentation and appeals. Represents agency before state personnel grievance committee as well
as in appeals. Works with associated attorneys in outside counsel cases as required. Provides
legal advice to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies in the
interpretation of state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures. Reviews agency
policy and develops new policy to comport with relevant statues and case law. Responds to
correspondence from attorneys, court officials, state agencies and inmates. Conducts independent
research; may also prosecute select criminal cases in the court of general sessions involving
inmates. Works independently in performance of all of the above and performs related duties as
required.
State of SC minimum training and experience requirements:
A Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
Agency Preferred Qualifications:
Current membership in the South Carolina Bar and completion of Rule 403 requirements.
Annual Salary: $45,000
To Apply: Please email resume, cover letter, application form, and 3 references to
[email protected] Deadline date to apply is October 30, 2014.
The application form may be obtained at:
http://www.doc.sc.gov/Employment/employapplication.jsp
Posted: 10/22/14. Job Listing #179.
Open Society Foundations
NY
The Open Society Foundations
The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant societies whose governments
are accountable and open to criticism, whose laws and policies are open to debate and correction,
and whose political institutions are open to the participation of all people. We seek to strengthen
justice and the rule of law; broaden respect for human rights, including the rights of minorities;
encourage pluralism and a robust diversity of opinion; deepen democratic practice and
participation; expand economic equity; support effective governance; and invest in individuals,
public and private organizations, and social movements that advance these goals.
We are a global network of foundations committed to local knowledge and national
expertise. Our network includes national foundations, regional foundations, and other
geographic programs operating in more than one hundred countries. At the same time, many
programs with global reach operate from our four headquarters in Europe and the United States,
including programs on digital information, drug policy, criminal and civil justice, education,
fellowships, fiscal governance, human rights, international migration, public health, scholarships,
think tanks, and women¹s rights. In addition to making grants to organizations and individuals,
the Open Society Foundations engage in policy advocacy, legal advocacy and litigation,
program-related investing, and public communications, as well as provide direct assistance to
governments. Most programs and foundations in the network are governed or advised by their
own boards. The Open Society Foundations are the global philanthropies of George Soros, who,
as chairman, plays an active role in the work of the foundations.
For employment information please go to: http://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/about/jobsopportunities
Posted: 10/22/14. Job Listing #178.
Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights – (alumni)
Houston, TX
The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights invites applications for the position of
Houston Staff Attorney to be based in Houston, Texas. The Houston Staff Attorney will recruit,
train and supervise Houston-based volunteer Child Advocates appointed pursuant to the
Wilberforce Trafficking Protection Reauthorization Act. The Staff Attorney position is a unique
opportunity for an attorney to engage in written and oral advocacy on behalf of unaccompanied
immigrant children in removal proceedings. The Staff Attorney will work directly with detained
and released children. While this is a Staff Attorney position, the person hired cannot serve as the
immigration attorney for any child, but instead will be appointed as Child Advocate or will
supervise the work of Child Advocates.
The Young Center is dedicated to promoting the best interests—safety and well-being—of
unaccompanied and separated immigrant children in the United States. The Young Center serves
as Child Advocate (best interests guardian ad litem in immigration proceedings) for
unaccompanied children pursuant to the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act
(TVPRA) and the 2013 Violence Against Women Act. The Young Center also conducts policy
advocacy at the local and national level to promote consideration of best interests in all decisions
concerning immigrant children. The Young Center team is a passionate and collegial group of
professionals—attorneys, social workers and administrative staff—committed to ensuring that
children receive the full protection of federal immigration law, domestic child welfare law and
international human rights law. The Young Center is at the forefront of best interests advocacy
for unaccompanied immigrant children.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Staff Attorney’s primary responsibilities will be to:
1. Recruit, train and supervise bilingual volunteers serving as Child Advocate in Houston, Texas.
2. Draft best interests briefs for submission to stakeholders (immigration judges, asylum officers,
attorneys, and federal agencies), applying federal, state and international law.
3. Accompany children and their Child Advocates to Immigration Court, the asylum office, state
juvenile and family court.
4. Meet regularly with stakeholders in Houston, Texas (immigration judges, USCIS, ORR, ICE,
CBP, legal services providers, ORR-contracted care providers).
Minimum Requirements:
• Experience supervising attorneys.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• A commitment to public interest work.
• Proficiency in Spanish, including the ability to speak with children in Spanish and to
communicate over the telephone in Spanish with children, family members, and others.
• Ability to take initiative, to work collaboratively, and an enthusiasm for working with
volunteers.
• Passion, tenacity and optimism for the issues affecting immigrant children and their families.
• A driver’s license and car are necessary for traveling to shelter facilities in and around Houston,
Texas.
The Young Center, a project of Tides Center, is an "at-will" and equal opportunity employer.
Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex,
national origin, ethnicity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender (including
pregnancy and gender expression) identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical
condition, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in
the application process. Please advise Tides in writing of special needs at the time of application.
Job offer is conditioned on clearance of fingerprint criminal background check, child abuse and
neglect check (CANTS) and tuberculosis test.
Salary is commensurate with experience. The Young Center is a project of the Tides Center, a
non-profit organization. The Young Center/Tides Center provides excellent benefits including
health/dental/vision insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care,
vacation, and sick leave.
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please
email a cover letter, resume, three references and a writing sample to [email protected]
and include the title “Houston Supervising Attorney” in the subject line. To learn more
about the Young Center’s work, please visit www.TheYoungCenter.org.
The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights invites applications for the position of
Houston Staff Attorney to be based in Houston, Texas. The Houston Staff Attorney will recruit,
train and supervise Houston-based volunteer Child Advocates appointed pursuant to the
Wilberforce Trafficking Protection Reauthorization Act. The Staff Attorney position is a unique
opportunity for an attorney to engage in written and oral advocacy on behalf of unaccompanied
immigrant children in removal proceedings. The Staff Attorney will work directly with detained
and released children. While this is a Staff Attorney position, the person hired cannot serve as the
immigration attorney for any child, but instead will be appointed as Child Advocate or will
supervise the work of Child Advocates.
The Young Center is dedicated to promoting the best interests—safety and well-being—of
unaccompanied and separated immigrant children in the United States. The Young Center serves
as Child Advocate (best interests guardian ad litem in immigration proceedings) for
unaccompanied children pursuant to the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act
(TVPRA) and the 2013 Violence Against Women Act. The Young Center also conducts policy
advocacy at the local and national level to promote consideration of best interests in all decisions
concerning immigrant children. The Young Center team is a passionate and collegial group of
professionals—attorneys, social workers and administrative staff—committed to ensuring that
children receive the full protection of federal immigration law, domestic child welfare law and
international human rights law. The Young Center is at the forefront of best interests advocacy
for unaccompanied immigrant children.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Staff Attorney’s primary responsibilities will be to:
1. Recruit, train and supervise bilingual volunteers serving as Child Advocate in Houston, Texas.
2. Draft best interests briefs for submission to stakeholders (immigration judges, asylum officers,
attorneys, and federal agencies), applying federal, state and international law.
3. Accompany children and their Child Advocates to Immigration Court, the asylum office, state
juvenile and family court.
4. Meet regularly with stakeholders in Houston, Texas (immigration judges, USCIS, ORR, ICE,
CBP, legal services providers, ORR-contracted care providers).
Minimum Requirements:
1. J.D. and license to practice law (if license pending, must be granted prior to hire).
2. At least one year of experience practicing law.
3. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
4. A commitment to public interest work and some prior experience working with immigrant
families or experience working with children in any kind of legal proceeding.
5. Proficiency in Spanish, including the ability to speak with children in Spanish and to
communicate over the telephone in Spanish with children, family members, and others.
6. Ability to take initiative, to work collaboratively, and an enthusiasm for working with
volunteers.
7. Passion, tenacity and optimism for the issues affecting immigrant children and their families.
8. A driver’s license and car are necessary for traveling to shelter facilities in and around
Houston, Texas.
The Young Center, a project of Tides Center, is an "at-will" and equal opportunity employer.
Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex,
national origin, ethnicity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender (including
pregnancy and gender expression) identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical
condition, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in
the application process. Please advise Tides in writing of special needs at the time of application.
Job offer is conditioned on clearance of fingerprint criminal background check, child abuse and
neglect check (CANTS) and tuberculosis test.
Salary is commensurate with experience. The Young Center is a project of the Tides Center, a
non-profit organization. The Young Center/Tides Center provides excellent benefits including
health/dental/vision insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care,
vacation, and sick leave.
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please
email a cover letter, resume, three references and a writing sample to [email protected]
and include the title Houston Staff Attorney” in the subject line. To learn more about the
Young Center’s work, please visit www.TheYoungCenter.org.
Posted: 10/22/14. Job Listing #177.
Riley Pope & Laney LLC – (recent graduates/alumni)
P.O. Box 11412
Columbia, SC 29211
Attention: Svitlana Young, Director of Administration
Email: [email protected]
Position description:
Multi-practice Columbia law firm seeking an associate attorney with 0-3 years experience. The
successful applicant will start in the default services section attending hearings and reviewing
pleadings, and possibly advance to a litigation position based on performance. Qualified
candidates must have very high academic credentials, be a member of the SC Bar, and have
completed Rule 403 requirements. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a strong
sense of community and high ethical standards.
To Apply: Email or mail resume, cover letter, transcript, and 2 references. Deadline date to
apply: November 15, 2011.
Posted: 10/22/14. Job Listing #176.
The Palladian Group – (alumni)
Spartanburg, SC
The Palladian Group, a marketing, development, technology, and public affairs firm in
Spartanburg, S. C. is looking for someone to fill the position of Chief Operating Officer.
Ideally, this person will have a law degree but choose not to practice law. He or she should be
connected with our community.
The position as it applies to TPG will involve the day to day management skills to motivate each
employee to work at his or her highest level to reach and exceed our goals and to ensure all areas
of our office run smoothly.
Additionally, we are seeking a person with the ability to interact on a professional level with our
clients, manage existing accounts, as well as grow new business.
Good writing skills will be a necessity in preparing business proposals and assisting in the
development of marketing strategies for current and new clients.
In short, we are looking for a mature leader who is connected with our community and wishes to
work in the field of marketing, development, and technology.
To Apply: Please send your resume to:
Karen Floyd, CEO
The Palladian Group
113 West Main Street
Spartanburg, S. C. 29306
Posted: 10/22/14. Job Listing #175.
Legal Services for Children – (alumni)
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
LEGAL DIRECTOR
About Legal Services for Children (LSC)
Founded in 1975, LSC is one of the country’s first non-profit law firms dedicated to providing
free legal representation and social work services to children and youth. Our mission is to ensure
that all children in the San Francisco Bay Area are raised in a safe environment with equal access
to a meaningful education and other services that are necessary to thrive and grow. We believe
that our youth deserve positive alternatives to unnecessary placement in foster care, juvenile
justice facilities, and immigration detention. LSC pioneered the interdisciplinary approach that is
considered best practice in juvenile law today. We deploy attorney-social worker teams to assist
at-risk children and youth who need to access the legal system to stabilize or improve their lives.
LSC operates with a budget just over $2.5 million and a staff team of 25.5 FTE. LSC leverages
its in-house attorney resources with a pro bono panel of over 100 attorneys from the Bay Area’s
private bar.
About the Position
LSC seeks a committed and experienced child advocate to serve as Legal Director who will
promote our mission of serving children and youth through LSC’s interdisciplinary legal and
social work model. The Legal Director will strive to ensure the delivery of high quality, clientfocused and culturally competent legal services to a client population who are predominantly
children and youth of color, and who have experienced various forms of adversity including:
trauma, abuse, poverty, neglect, abandonment, bullying, discrimination, and education
marginalization. We seek a leader whose experience includes effective direct practice
experience, along with proven supervisory and managerial experience.
The Legal Director will oversee all aspects of the organization’s legal program and work closely
with the Clinical Director to support our interdisciplinary model. The Legal Director serves as a
member of our four-person Management Team that oversees the organization. The Legal
Director is directly involved in organizational leadership and supporting organizational health.
The Legal Director is responsible for the organization’s legal staff, including attorneys,
paralegals, interns, and volunteers. Specifically, the Legal Director is responsible for:
- Participating in LSC’s Management Team, assisting in collaborative leadership of the
organization and the development of LSC programs and policies
- Developing protocols for the delivery of legal services and interdisciplinary teamwork, and
ensuring the provision of high-quality legal and social work services in tandem with the Clinical
Director
- Coordinating the assignment of case and project work to the LSC legal staff
- Hiring legal staff, in conjunction with the Executive Director and Hiring Committee
- Supervising and evaluating the legal staff, directly or as delegated to Senior Attorneys
- Coordinating staff training and professional development, in collaboration with the Clinical
Director.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with the court and legal community
- Managing the Pro Bono Panel, legal internship program, and Child Advocacy Certification
Program, either directly or as delegated to Senior Attorneys
- Coordinating policy advocacy and ensuring that the legal staff remains abreast of changes in
relevant case law, practice, and policy
- Handling strategic litigation, including amicus and appellate matters and individual cases as
appropriate. Working closely with development and administrative staff to ensure sufficient
office systems, timely attorney billing and to monitor billing in a resource conscious organization
- Working closing with the development staff to sustain organizational revenue by developing
project ideas, drafting and reviewing content for reports and proposals, and engaging in funder
outreach and relations with foundations, law firms and other donors
- Through LSC’s Management Team, ensuring effective management of project teams,
monitoring budgets, and tracking deliverables, including data collection and evaluation
Qualifications
- Member of and in good standing with the State Bar of California
- At least ten years of experience in one or more of LSC’s areas of practice (dependency,
education, guardianship, or immigration), a significant part of which involved direct
representation of children or youth
- At least five years of experience supervising attorneys or other legal professionals, preferably
in a non-profit setting
- Commitment to providing culturally-competent services to all clients along with fostering a
diverse and inclusive employment atmosphere for all staff
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure and in crisis situations
- Well-organized, motivated, creative and independent, and able to work in a team-oriented,
interdisciplinary environment
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal, writing, and interviewing skills
- Bilingual in Spanish highly desirable
- Experience with fundraising for non-profit programs is a plus
- Experience with volunteerism in the law firm sector is a plus
- Ability to use or quickly learn basic office technology, including Microsoft Office applications
and an integrated case management system is essential
Salary range is $85,000-$95,000 depending on experience. Benefits include fully paid health
insurance (medical, dental, and vision) and generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holiday, and
sabbatical). LSC also offers a flexible spending account for qualified health expenditures.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected], with “Legal Director” in
the subject line. In your cover letter, please address the following:
LSC’s clientele is extremely diverse, and the majority of our clients are low income youth of
color. To ensure that our agency is best serving these children, LSC strives to promote an
evolving set of behaviors and attitudes amongst our staff, as well as policies that enable us to
work effectively in all cross-cultural situations, with clients, with our coworkers, and with the
community. We see this as a commitment to enhance the provision of our services to all clients;
to raise the level of positive client outcomes; and to create an inclusive and respectful workplace
in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal
background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to contribute to
our commitment to cultural humility and diversity amongst our staff? Feel free to think
broadly about your response to this question, applying various aspects of your life and
personal experiences.
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For
priority consideration, please submit your application by Friday, November 7th, 2014.
To promote social justice and best serve our clients, LSC is committed to maintaining a diverse
staff and providing culturally competent services. We strongly encourage candidates from
traditionally underrepresented communities and historically oppressed groups, as well as
bilingual and bicultural candidates, to apply.
10/22/14. Job Listing #174.
Emory University School of Law – (alumni)
Atlanta, GA
Position: Assistant Dean, Public Service
For all information please go to:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_searchresults.asp?ref=101720141165&SID=^Kz4
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Posted: 10/17/14. Job Listing #173.
Public Defender Service For The District Of Columbia – (alumni)
Washington, DC
Position: Attorney Advisor To The General Counsel
For all information please go to:
http://www.pdsdc.org/VacancyAnnouncements/Attorney%20Advisor%20GC%20Final.pdf
Posted: 10/17/14. Job Listing #172.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) – (alumni)
Office of the General Counsel
Atlanta, GA
Deputy Chief Counsel position available. For all information please go to:
http://www.hhs.gov/ogc/careers/openings.html#dcc
Posted: 10/17/14. Job Listing #171.
City of Chicago Department of Law – (alumni)
Chicago, IL
The City of Chicago Department of Law is hiring. The full job posting, with additional requisite
information, can be found at www.cityofchicago.org/careers. Applications must be submitted
in accordance with the posting. No email applications will be accepted.
The City of Chicago is a diverse organization and welcomes diverse applicants.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF LAW - Legal Information, Investigations and Prosecutions (“LIIP”)
Division
The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Chief Assistant
Corporation Counsel in the LIIP Division to represent and supervise other attorneys in the
representation of the City in document production, electronic discovery (“e-discovery”),
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Local Records Act matters. The Chief Assistant
Corporation Counsel will work under the general supervision of the City Prosecutor in the
Division and will have significant responsibility on various matters, including but not limited to
client counseling and training on FOIA, record retention, record preservation and record
production issues, responding to motions for contempt for non-production of documents filed
against clients, drafting FOIA response letters and Public Access Counselor (PAC) appeal letters,
and handling litigation and administrative review matters in state and federal court. The attorney
will also represent City witnesses who are non-targets in criminal trials. In addition, this attorney
will handle and supervise high profile FOIA cases in the Chancery Division of the Circuit Court
of Cook County. The attorney will be responsible for both supervising and handling all phases of
litigation on his or her own cases, including preparing pleadings and motions of varying
complexity, appearing in court for case management conferences, settlement conferences and
motion hearings, drafting discovery, and drafting and arguing motions for summary judgment.
The following information should not be considered exhaustive. Interested applicants should
read the full posting found at www.cityofchicago.org/careers (Job Number: 259817).
Qualifications
Graduation from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school with a Juris
Doctorate, ten years of work experience in the legal profession as a licensed attorney of which
three years are in a supervisory role or case management capacity, and admission to the Illinois
Bar on or before November 2004 (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant
to Illinois Supreme Court Rule
705).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ideal candidates will possess the following:
 A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in state and/or federal court
 Two (2) years of experience handling matters involving the Chicago Police Department
 Superior writing, research and editing skills
 Knowledge of discovery practice
 Exceptional client counseling and organizational skills
 The ability to work well with others
 The ability to communicate well with others including groups
 Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative on assigned tasks
 Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, monitor and control workflow deadlines.
Preference may be given to candidates possessing the following:
 Experience responding to FOIA requests and/or handling FOIA litigation in Circuit Court
and/or before the Public Access Counsel
 Experience responding to discovery requests and/or motions to compel discovery
 Experience with document review on large document production matters
 Experience providing client counseling
 Experience working with short deadlines
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Experience working with the media
Experience with electronic discovery
Experience in project management
Application Process and Materials
There is a two-step application process for this position.
Step One: You must submit an on-line application along with your resume at
www.cityofchicago.org/careers by October 24, 2014.
Step Two: In addition to the online application submitted in Step One and regardless of whether
such materials were uploaded with your on-line application, the following materials must be
submitted in hard copy to: City of Chicago Department of Law’s Legal Recruiter, 30 North
LaSalle Street, Suite 1640,
Chicago, IL 60602:
 Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting;
and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the
knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below;
 Resume;
 Law school transcript (official or unofficial);
 Two writing samples; and
 Copy of your ARDC card (or your admitted state bar's equivalent).
NOTE: The foregoing materials must be submitted in person (interoffice delivery of application
materials will not be accepted) or received via U.S. Mail or another similar mailing method (e.g.,
FedEx, UPS, DHL) at the address noted above on or before October 30, 2014; late submissions
shall result in your application not being considered for the position. Should you wish to confirm
receipt of your materials, please use a traceable delivery method.
Please note that the online application submission deadline is October 24, 2014 and the
required hard copy materials submission deadline is October 30, 2014.
NOTE: Please do not submit references with your hard copy materials. Please do not send to us
any materials other than those we have specifically requested above. Submission of references
and/or additional materials with your hard copy materials other than what is specifically
requested above shall result in your application not being considered for the position.
NOTE: If you have any questions regarding how to apply, please contact the Department of
Human Resources. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, the Recruiting
and Personnel Sections in the Department of Law are not able to take or return emails or phone
calls seeking any information pertaining to the position or the process. Only those applicants
selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the City of Chicago
Department of Law.
Salary: $124,572.00 annually
The City of Chicago Department of Human Resources is hiring. The full job posting, with
additional requisite information, can be found at www.cityofchicago.org/careers. Applications
must be submitted in accordance with the posting. No email applications will be accepted.
The City of Chicago is a diverse organization and welcomes diverse applicants.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICER
Department of Human Resources - Diversity & Equal Employment Opportunity Division
Under direction of the Deputy Commissioner, the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer
oversees the administration and implementation of the City’s Equal Employment Opportunity
(EEO) and Violence in the Workplace programs.
The following information should not be considered exhaustive. Interested applicants should
read the full posting found at www.cityofchicago.org/careers (Job Number: 1384-DHR-2014).
Essential Duties
 Directs staff responsible for conducting inquiries and investigations regarding
complaints, concerns, and potential violations of the City’s EEO and Violence in the
Workplace policies
 Oversees the intake and assessment process, including oversight of the case management
system, ensuring complaints and concerns are received and addressed in a timely fashion
 Reviews investigative reports, prepared by staff and/or department liaisons; and makes
recommendations for appropriate disciplinary or remedial action
 Works closely with other City departments (e.g., Law and Commission on Human
Relations) to coordinate related claims raised within these departments
 Develops informational materials to promote a harassment-free workplace and to explain
the City’s policies
 Stays abreast of federal, state and local laws, as well as court cases and trends regarding
discrimination, harassment, and fair employment practices
 Oversees and participates in the development of training programs regarding EEO issues
including discrimination, harassment and retaliation, and Violence in the Workplace
 Advises department liaisons on program policies and procedures
 Coordinates mediation activities with external organizations, as required
 Conducts inquiries and investigations of sexual harassment, equal employment and
violence in the workplace complaints, as required
NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that
are essential to particular positions within the class.
Qualifications
Graduation from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school, plus four years of
professional work experience investigating workplace issues, of which one year is in a
supervisory role or case management capacity.
Preferred Knowledge
Considerable knowledge of:
 applicable federal, state, local laws, statutes, regulations, and guidelines
 program management, administration and implementation
 human resource administration principles, policies, practices, and techniques
 training program design, development, implementation, and evaluation
 applicable writing techniques
 research and investigative methods, practices and procedures
Moderate knowledge of:
 supervisory methods, practices and procedures
 applicable computer software packages and applications
Some knowledge of:
 City’s collective bargaining units, agreements, and grievance process
 applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
How To Apply
You must submit an on-line application at www.cityofchicago.org/careers (Job Number: 1384DHR-2014) by October 30, 2014.
Salary
Up to $90,000.00 annually
Posted: 10/16/14. Job Listing #170.
Carolina Legal Associates – (recent graduates/alumni)
1330 Lady St. Ste.503
Columbia, SC 29206
Position description:
CONTRACT ATTORNEY - Immediate opportunities are available statewide for both
experienced attorneys and recent law school graduates! Attorneys needed to work on document
review projects. Both short and long term projects available with flexible hours and opportunity
for bonuses. Previous document review experience helpful, but not required. Resumes will be
held in strict confidence and should be forwarded with (3) professional references to
[email protected] or [email protected] for consideration. For
additional information, please contact our office @ (803) 799-8835.
Posted: 10/13/14. Job Listing #169.
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Ayuda – (alumni)
Washington, DC
2 Positions
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Executive Summary
Ayuda, a nationally recognized leader in providing services to low-income immigrants through
direct legal, social, and language services, training, and outreach, is seeking an accomplished,
strategic, and forward-thinking leader to join the organization as its next Executive Director. The
Executive Director will lead a passionate and dedicated team of staff members, volunteers, and
interns and will be charged with implementing the organization’s strategic vision. S/he will
oversee Ayuda's direct services, advocacy, linguistic, and other programs, lead the fundraising
process and donor relations, manage internal operations in collaboration with the management
team, assure fiscal integrity, provide leadership in community affairs and collaborative
initiatives, and serve as the public voice of the organization. S/he will seek, identify, and nurture
relationships with the organization’s donors and stakeholders and will report to the Board of
Directors. The Executive Director will have the opportunity to impact the lives of thousands of
immigrants and their families and contribute to a proven model of service by leading a talented
team that is mission-focused, results-oriented, passionate, and fun. The ideal candidate is a
mission-driven leader with a proven ability to initiate, cultivate, and manage relationships with
key stakeholders and funders to meet ambitious development goals. S/he must demonstrate the
ability to motivate, inspire, and build staff with an eye toward team building and fostering
professional growth. S/he will be entrepreneurial and nimble, with the ability to adapt to
changing circumstances and opportunities. The Executive Director must be a committed
advocate for the mission, the staff, and the clientele of Ayuda.
About Ayuda
Ayuda, a 501(c)(3) non-profit celebrating 41 years of service to the Greater Washington
metropolitan area, has a longstanding history of assisting immigrants, and is poised to meet a
growing and changing need in the immigrant community and to serve as an increasingly relevant
partner in the region. Ayuda is seeking an Executive Director who will advance the
organization’s mission in a new era of growth and help it to realize the vision of a community
where all immigrants succeed and thrive in the United States. Ayuda is unique among non-profit
providers in the DC metro area in providing a wide range of immigration and family law
assistance, as well as social services support and language services, for all immigrants –
including men, women, and children – from anywhere in the world. Ayuda strives for a holistic
approach to its work in order to serve as a single-stop resource for all client needs. Ayuda staff
members are leaders in providing specialized services for immigrant children, LGBT clients, and
immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Ayuda’s
programs are designed to help its clients realize their legal rights and obtain lawful immigration
status, including residency or U.S. citizenship, reunite with family members, and create a safe
home for themselves and their children. Ayuda has more than 25 staff members and has offices
in Washington, D.C. and Falls Church, VA. The operating budget for 2014 is approximately $2.5
million. Last year, Ayuda assisted in more than 4,000 immigration, family law, and social
services matters.
Key Responsibilities of the Executive Director
Leadership and Management: The Executive Director is accountable for Ayuda’s performance
in all areas. S/he will be an inspiration and role model to all other staff members, will leverage
their expertise in the fulfillment of Ayuda’s goals, and will ensure that they have the support and
guidance to successfully implement Ayuda’s programs. S/he will take a collaborative approach
to addressing the challenges of the organization together with senior staff members and the
Board. The Executive Director will provide support and supervision to the management team and
the staff accountant, including assisting them in the development of performance goals, setting
benchmarks, and conducting evaluations.
Fundraising and Development: The Executive Director will be responsible for ensuring
Ayuda’s long-term financial stability and growth. Effective fundraising will include the
maintenance, strategic management, and expansion of both federal and foundation grants and the
solicitation of support from individual and corporate donors through relationship building,
networking, and increased public visibility. Ayuda’s stakeholders range from the federal
government to municipalities, and from corporations and law firms to other nonprofits and
individuals. The Executive Director will maintain, build, and strengthen these relationships
through a range of communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have several of these
stakeholder relationships already established.
Program Development, Implementation, and Growth: The Executive Director will support the
successful implementation and growth of Ayuda’s programs of legal consultation and assistance
for immigrants (men, women, and children), human trafficking victims, survivors of domestic
violence and sexual assault, and victims of notario fraud. S/he will seek out and implement new
program opportunities that involve the clients of Ayuda, such as the critically needed expansion
of social services, and will create public/private partnerships to meet clients’ needs while
responding to the ever changing environment of immigration reform. The Executive Director
will also support the further development of Ayuda’s language access programs, including legal
and social services interpreter banks which expand language access for deaf, hard of hearing, and
limited English-proficient individuals. These programs are the foundation of Ayuda’s mission
and will be strengthened and expanded through the Executive Director’s leadership.
Overall Operations and Finance: The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of
Ayuda’s operations. This includes having a strong understanding of, and ensuring compliance
with, government grant and private funding regulations, monitoring an annual budget of $2.5
million, and maintaining a clean audit each year. Specifically, s/he will develop and ensure
passage of the annual budget, monitor expenditures to ensure spending targets are not exceeded
and income targets are met, and oversee compliance with all relevant regulations and the annual
audit. S/he will assess key needs of the organization, such as facilities and technology
infrastructure, in partnership with the management team, to promote the highest levels of
efficiency. The linchpin of these responsibilities is developing an annual budget in close
collaboration with key staff and the Board, including mapping out projected expenses and
revenue sources. The Executive Director will ensure the financial integrity of the organization
and work closely with the Board of Directors to monitor financial achievement against financial
goals.
Partnership Building and External Affairs: The Executive Director will be a champion for lowincome immigrants in the local community and nationally. S/he will develop and maintain
relationships with local and regional leaders in the corporate and non-profit sectors, as well as
with government funders, law firms, other direct service providers, correlated community-based
organizations, and media. S/he will share the stories of Ayuda’s clientele to communicate to
stakeholders and potential new partners the unique and important role that Ayuda plays in the
region’s immigration challenges. S/he will lead Ayuda’s strategic collaborative efforts in the
region’s legal, social service, and immigrant communities.
Board Development, Diversification, and Expansion: The Executive Director reports to the
Board of Directors and must work collaboratively with its members and committees to
continuously support and encourage their leadership efforts, leverage their abilities, advise and
report on the status of activities (particularly on issues of strategic importance), cultivate positive
relationships between the Board and staff, ensure support for the organization’s operations, and
develop new members who complement the Board’s existing expertise as well as the needs of
the organization. The responsibilities listed above and the projects associated with them are the
ultimate responsibility of the Executive Director. It is understood that these projects may be
assigned at times to direct or shared reports, vendors, or others as the situation dictates.
Qualifications/Skills of the Ideal Candidate
Above all, the Executive Director must have a profound respect for Ayuda’s clientele and both
understand and support that they come first in all activities of the organization. The Executive
Director will come to Ayuda with the desire to change lives, the tenacity to never give up, and
the unflagging belief that Ayuda’s mission is imperative to improving the lives of the region’s
underserved immigrants. S/he will be a visionary, a mentor, an inspiration, and a role model. The
ideal candidate will bring experience in leadership, fundraising, and collaborative partnerships
sufficient to handle any and all challenges with grace, maturity, and the highest level of
professionalism. Finally, the Executive Director will bring sharp strategic thinking skills to the
challenge of envisioning a future for Ayuda that is both ambitious and capable of creatively
leveraging the financial reality of a nonprofit budget. While no one person will embody all of the
qualities enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of these professional and
personal characteristics:
• A minimum of 8 years of executive leadership experience, with particular value placed on
experience working in nonprofit organizations in fast-paced, highgrowth environments;
• Significant knowledge of and experience in community-based organizations, direct service
provision, immigration, and/or related legal and policy issues;
• An open-door approach to leading a skilled and dedicated team of professionals;
• Proven ability to initiate, cultivate, and manage relationships with key individual and
institutional stakeholders and to meet ambitious fundraising goals;
• Proven success in managing teams toward ambitious, measurable results; the ability to
motivate, excite, and inspire staff with an eye toward supporting new managers and developing
new professionals;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate
communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills;
• Demonstrated success in driving growth and change;
• Demonstrated skills in advocacy, coalition building, and community-based
organizing;
• Impeccable reputation for integrity and high ethical standards;
• Proven background in fiscal management and budgeting;
• Proficiency in a relevant second language is strongly preferred.
To Apply
Applications will be received until the position is filled, but due to the pace of the search we
encourage interested individuals to apply as soon as possible. To apply, please send a cover
letter, resume, and compensation history as attached Word or PDF documents to
[email protected] with "Executive Director Search" in the subject line. Please direct all
inquiries related to this position to the same email address. This job is based in Washington, DC
with frequent travel to our Falls Church, VA office.
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IMMIGRATION STAFF ATTORNEY
Organizational Profile
Ayuda is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing direct legal and social
services, education, and outreach to low-income immigrants in the Washington, DC metropolitan
area. Through its offices in Takoma, DC and Falls Church, VA, Ayuda has amassed a 41-year
history of providing critical services on a wide range of issues, and in the process has acquired
nationally recognized expertise in immigration law, domestic violence and human trafficking,
among other fields.
We are seeking a full-time, bilingual Immigration Staff Attorney, who can assist our immigration
department and represent Ayuda before the public on immigration issues. The position is based
in our Falls Church, Virginia office.
Why you want this job:
Because, just like everyone at Ayuda, you believe:
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in seeing communities where all immigrants overcome obstacles in order to succeed and
thrive in the United States.
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in the overall success of our organization and all our programs.
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that families should be healthy, united, and safe from harm.
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that all people should have access to professional, honest, and ethical services, regardless
of ability to pay or status in this country.
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that diversity and equality make this country better.
What you will do in the job:
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Conduct legal intakes and provide legal advice & counsel on family and humanitarian
based immigration matters, including, but not limited to family petitions, adjustment of
status, consular processing, Naturalization, asylum, VAWA petitions, U and T Visa
applications, and Cancellation of Removal;
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Provide direct legal representation before USCIS, USICE, and EOIR to clients in
Immigration matters listed above;
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Represent Ayuda at local coalition meetings and participate in local and national
advocacy initiatives;
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Conduct trainings to area service providers and outreach presentations to potential client
groups;
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Assist with the preparation and submission of grant applications and reports;
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Provide mentorship to legal staff and student interns; and
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Other duties as assigned.
How do you know if you can do the job?
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J.D. from accredited law school;
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Current bar membership in good standing to practice law in any state of the United
States; admission to the Virginia bar highly desirable;
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Fluent Spanish is required; Fluency in French, in addition to Spanish, is highly desirable;
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Experience in immigration law and/or providing direct services to domestic violence
clients and/or survivors of trauma is required.;
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Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse
populations.;
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Commensurate with experience, plus a benefits package that includes medical and dental
insurance. All federal holidays and closures observed and paid leave for the week of Christmas
through New Year’s Day. This position is considered to be exempt for overtime purposes.
To Apply:
Send an email with the subject line “Immigration Staff Attorney” and the following documents
to Paula Fitzgerald, Managing Attorney [email protected]:
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Cover Letter
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Resume
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Writing Sample (5 to 10 pages, suggested)
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3 References
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis starting until the position is filled. Apply early
for full consideration. Please no calls.
Posted: 10/09/14. Job Listing #167.
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The Lovely Law Firm – (recent graduates/alumni)
804 N. Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Attention: Justin M. Lovely, Esquire
Email: [email protected]
Position description:
Associate position practicing personal injury and worker's compensation in Myrtle
Beach. Horry, Georgetown, Marion counties. Some travel to upstate. Associate will also be
responsible for overflow cases the partners do not handle that may arise from time to time. Must
be a self starter and a go-getter. Cannot be afraid of the Courtroom. Compensation will consist
of base salary and bonuses based on production. Ideal candidate has 1-2- years experience with
injury litigation but we will entertain all applicants.
403's must be complete or near completion. Grades are important to us, but not as important as
work ethic and attitude.
To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, and 1 reference. Deadline date to apply: December 1,
2014.
Posted: 10/09/14. Job Listing #166.
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Children’s Legal Services – (recent graduates/alumni)
FL
Children’s Legal Services of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) is currently
seeking to fill the following vacancy:
Experienced Litigation Attorney – Ft. Pierce
Senior Attorney – Brooksville and Tavares
Children’s Legal Services: Strong Leadership, a New Paradigm, and New Opportunities!!!
Come be part of an exciting and cutting edge statewide “law firm” with a vision focused on
providing exceptional advocacy to the children and families of Florida achieving permanency,
stability and security for abused, neglected and abandoned children.
To apply, please submit a cover letter highlighting any relevant legal experience, your resume,
your writing sample, a law school transcript and anything else you feel would assist the
committee to: [email protected]
Posted: 10/03/14. Job Listing #165.
Southern Wesleyan University – (recent graduates/alumni)
P.O. Box 1020
Central, SC 29630
Attention: Dana Frost, Director of Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.swu.edu
Position description:
Southern Wesleyan University is recruiting dynamic faculty for anticipated courses in the
content area of law. We are seeking faculty for our North Augusta, SC Regional Learning
Center. We are seeking candidates with an earned Juris Doctorate (JD Degree). The candidate
would have the opportunity to teach Ethics and Business Law courses.
We are seeking to create a robust group of candidates who desire to support Southern Wesleyan
University as we strive to create a distinctively Christian environment that fosters the integration
of faith, learning, and living.
For initial inquiry applicants may send a resume or cv, and a cover letter. Must have no less than
18 credit hours in the content area of finance. An earned doctorate degree is required.
Southern Wesleyan University is currently registered as an employer in North Carolina, South
Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. If you are a resident of a different state, please continue to look
for opportunities at Southern Wesleyan University, as we hope to expand our reach in the
coming academic years.
Position start date is ongoing.
Posted: 10/01/14. Job Listing #164.
Center for Constitutional Rights – (alumni)
New York, NY
Bertha Justice Institute Associate Program Director position is available. For all information go
to http://ccrjustice.org/jobs.
Posted: 09/29/14. Job Listing #163.
Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless – (alumni)
Washington, DC
Housing/Human Rights Attorney – Project Manager
DC Human Right to Housing Initiative
The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless (the “Legal Clinic”) seeks to hire an attorney to
serve as project manager for a new, multi-organization, DC Human Right to Housing Initiative.
This Initiative emerged from collaboration among the DC Access to Justice Commission, the DC
Bar Pro Bono Program and a number of local legal services providers who recognized that
securing safe, affordable and accessible housing for all DC residents requires a multi-faceted and
coordinated advocacy campaign with a diverse group of stakeholders. The Initiative will use the
framework of the human right to housing (i.e. legal security of tenure, affordability, habitability,
accessibility) to develop and implement strategic priorities for legal advocacy.
Responsibilities
The Project Manager’s primary responsibility will be to assemble and coordinate resources from
the legal services community, housing policy advocates and private pro bono law firms to pursue
a set of strategic advocacy goals that build toward a community where all DC residents can enjoy
safe, affordable and accessible housing and, ultimately, are protected by the District of
Columbia’s adoption of the internationally-recognized human right to housing.
Specific priority tasks include:
Initial Planning and Information Gathering
 Ensure that significant major stakeholders have been identified and given the opportunity to
provide input into the Initiative’s priorities and strategies
 Engage with right to housing initiatives in other jurisdictions for lessons learned and strategic
guidance
 Incorporate input from community members gathered through the Consortium of Legal
Services Providers’ Community Needs Assessment to inform the selection of priorities
 Develop a process to ensure that the Initiative is guided by community input in an ongoing
way
Selection of Projects
 Identify gaps on the DC housing advocacy landscape that might be filled by the legal
community
 Complete the process of identifying and prioritizing strategies and the persons/institutions
responsible for their implementation, ultimately building the foundation for the establishment
of an enforceable right to housing in DC
Launch and Oversight of Substantive Projects
 Coordinate work being undertaken by multiple legal services providers on similar issues
 Work with the Initiative steering committee to engage the private Bar in each strategic
endeavor
 Ensure that communications and strategies are grounded in the right to housing framework
Building a Lasting, Coordinated and Inclusive Right to Housing Advocacy Community
 Regularly convene a forum where stakeholders identify opportunities to further the cause of
affordable housing
 Bring low-income community member interests and voices into conversations with public
officials, developers and other stakeholders committed to alleviating DC’s affordable
housing crisis
 Help stakeholders secure the legal resources they need to be actively engaged with elected
and appointed officials (e.g. drafting legislation or regulations; research of best practices;
analysis of proposed policy initiatives, etc.)
 Develop qualitative and quantitative data gathering and evaluation plan for measuring the
impact of the Initiative
 Manage logistical elements of the Initiative, including coordinating the steering committee
and supporting the work groups
As all Legal Clinic attorneys undertake a combination of direct representation and systemic
advocacy, the Right to Housing attorney will be involved with a small number of representative
cases in the Initiative’s priority areas, for example shelter access appeals or TOPA (Tenant
Opportunity to Purchase Act) cases, in addition to her or his project management responsibilities.
Ideal Candidates will have the following qualifications:
 Demonstrated commitment to social justice and housing as a human right
 Five or more years’ experience with housing and/or human rights advocacy and
representation
 Experience working with low- and no-income community members or organizations serving
those community members
 Track record of collaborative work across diverse organizations and coalitions
 Skilled at building alliances to achieve goals
 Familiarity with DC housing law and the local affordable housing community
 Familiarity with the DC pro bono community
 Demonstrated understanding of human rights frameworks
 Experience with project management
 Membership in, or eligibility to waive into, the DC Bar
In addition, the Project Manager must be a strategic thinker and team player, and she or he must
embrace the value of community engagement and client input.
Compensation
This is a full-time position. Salary depends on experience, with excellent benefits including
100% employer-paid health insurance. This position presently is funded for 12 – 18 months,
although funding will be sought to continue the Initiative beyond this start-up period.
To Apply
Please email a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references. We are looking for
thoughtful, personalized cover letters that demonstrate qualifications for this position and interest
in working to ensure a just and inclusive community where housing is a human right. Email
materials to [email protected] and note "Right to Housing Attorney" in the subject line.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled; applicants are
encouraged to apply ASAP. The Legal Clinic supports diversity in staffing. People of color
and individuals from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Posted: 09/29/14. Job Listing #162.
Johnson Development Associates, Inc. – (alumni)
100 Dunbar Street | Suite 400
Spartanburg, SC 29306
Attention: Dawn Kunak, Paralegal and HR Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Johnson Development Associates, Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of
Assistant General Counsel. Ideally, this person would have around 6 years of experience (if not
more) in commercial real estate transactions and/or commercial real estate finance, although a
litigation background is also a plus (also helps, but is not required, if the litigation background
includes construction and/or development-related experience). Corporate transaction/tax
knowledge is also helpful, but not required.
JDA is primarily a real estate investment and development company; however, the legal
department handles (and hires out to various local counsel) many issues, from closings to
contract negotiation, regulatory issues, construction contract negotiation and defect litigation,
employment matters, the occasional significant personal property acquisition (think
aircraft/watercraft), tax credits, etc.
Salary really depends on experience, but is competitive, and JDA offers benefits and paid
vacation. Applicants must be willing to relocate.
To Apply: Email resume to Dawn Kunak.
Posted: 09/29/14. Job Listing #161.
Buist Byars & Taylor, LLC – (alumni)
652 Coleman Blvd., Ste. 200
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Civil Litigation Attorney
Buist, Byars & Taylor, LLC is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney with a minimum
of five years of experience with real estate related matters such as foreclosures, quiet title
actions, construction litigation, title insurance defense and landlord tenant disputes. Candidate
must be self-motivated, proficient with technology, and able to develop and retain new clients.
Compensation will be based primarily on performance. Great benefits package included. Please
send resumes to [email protected]
Posted: 09/22/14. Job Listing #160.
Murray Law Offices, PA – (recent graduates/alumni)
3775 Sea Mountain Highway
Little River, SC 29566
Attention: Katharine M. Keaton, Managing Attorney
Email: [email protected]
Associate Attorney in Little River:
Associate Attorney position with 0-3 years experience available for busy transactional (real
estate, estate planning and business formation) law practice. Must be licensed in SC. NC license
a plus. To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, and 3 references.
Posted: 09/17/14. Job Listing #158.
EGJUSTICE – (alumni)
Washington, DC
EG Justice is seeking a candidate for the position of Program and Development Coordinator, a
full-time position based in our national office in Washington, DC.
We are seeking an individual excited about our mission of promoting human rights, the rule of law,
transparency and civic participation; and who wants to be part of an international team working to
build a just Equatorial Guinea.
The Program and Development Coordinator oversees and facilitates the day-to-day workflow of the
Program and Development departments. Program responsibilities include conducting advocacy,
leading trainings, drafting documents, coordinating research, and managing EG Justice’s online
presence. Development responsibilities include grant drafting, preparation for fundraising-related
meetings, campaign support, and special projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor developments in Equatorial Guinea and coordinate relevant research.
- Drafting of press statements, op-eds, policy briefs, background papers, blog posts, and other
advocacy documents.
- Coordinate and implement advocacy strategies to influence relevant stakeholders, including
government agencies in the USA, the government of Equatorial Guinea, UN entities, the African
Union, the Community of Portuguese Language Speaking Countries, and any other relevant
organizations.
- Organize and implement issue-specific campaigns and routine social media communications.
- Monitor and help evaluate the organizations projects.
- Assist with outreach to current and prospective funders, including material and presentation
development.
- Assist with grant proposals, reports, and other key fundraising documents (such as the annual
report), including compiling information and drafting/outlining.
- Develop and update organization’s printed and online materials.
- Assist with fundraising campaigns and opportunities, such as an annual fundraising event and the
end-of-year online campaign.
For all information go to
http://www.egjustice.org/sites/default/files/Job%20Announcement%20Aug%202014.pdf
Posted: 09/12/14. Job Listing #157.
Moore & Van Allen PLLC – (alumni)
Suite 4700
100 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Contract Attorney
Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a large southeastern law firm with a national practice, has an
immediate need for a contract attorney in our Charlotte, NC office. The position offers flexible
hours and outstanding pay. Qualified candidates must have strong academic credentials and
transactional experience. Finance experience is ideal. Please send resume, cover letter and
transcript to [email protected].
Posted: 09/12/14. Job Listing #156.
University of South Carolina School of Law – (alumni)
Children’s Law Center
Columbia, SC
Please see three different postings below:
Administrative Manager I – Juvenile Justice Attorney
Job Descriptions: Develops and conducts training for juvenile justice and legal professionals,
including juvenile defenders, juvenile prosecutors, Department of Juvenile Justice staff, and
related professionals. Develops printed and web-based resource materials and provides
information on juvenile justice law.
Minimum Qualifications: Law degree, membership in good standing in the South Carolina Bar,
and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including juvenile justice proceedings. Must have
thorough knowledge of South Carolina statutory and case law relating to juvenile justice. Must
have thorough knowledge of family and circuit court procedures and rules in proceedings
relating to juveniles. Must be familiar with major policy issues affecting the prosecution and
treatment of juveniles.
Program Manager I
Job Description: Functions as Coordinator of the South Carolina Children's Justice Act Task
Force, supports accomplishment of Task Force recommendations, and facilitates related training
programs for the Children's Law Center.
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in related field and 4 years relevant program
experience, or bachelor's degree and 6 years relevant program experience. Relevant experience
must be direct experience in investigation, court presentation, or intervention in child protection
and/or criminal child abuse cases.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer experience in both child protection/family court system and the
criminal justice system. Prefer experience in coordination of committees or task forces. Prefer
experience in management of grants and contracts
Administrative Manager I - Regional Attorney Trainer
Job Description: Develops and conducts legal training for Department of Social Services
caseworkers and legal staff, including development of specialized training programs.
Coordinates court preparation portion of basic caseworker training, which includes mock
hearings. Supervises regional attorney trainers. Prepares written resource materials. Assists
Senior Resource Attorney with planning and program design.
Minimum Qualifications: Requires law degree, membership in the S.C. Bar, and five (5) years
of experience as a practicing attorney in family court, including child protection proceedings and
handling appeals. Must have training experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer at least one year of supervisory or management experience.
Prefer experience representing the child protection agency.
USC requires individuals to complete an online application. You may access USC Jobs
Online Employment site at http://uscjobs.sc.edu. EOE/AA
Posted: 09/09/14. Job Listing #155.
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Harvard Law School – (alumni)
Cambridge, MA
Office of Public Interest Advising at Harvard Law School for an Assistant Director. Minimum
qualifications are 3 years of post-law school, law-related public interest work. Full job posting is
here:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGWEbHost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerID=25240&siteID=5341&AReq
=33674BR
Posted: 08/28/14. Job Listing #151.
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Levy & Levy, LLC – (recent graduates/alumni)
701 West Azeele Street, Suite A
Tampa, Florida 33606
Attention: Adam Levy, Esquire
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.levyandlevylaw.com
Position description:
We are a small insurance defense firm that handles workers' compensation, subrogation,
employment law, liability, and appellate law. We seek an associate attorney. We will likely hire
a prospective or licensed member of the Florida Bar, who lives or would live in Tampa, has 0-2
years experience, and is presently a member of the bar in one of the following states: Texas,
South Carolina, California, Georgia. Send resume, writing sample, 3 employer references, as
well as desired salary.
Response Method: Email resume, writing sample and 3 references.
Position start date 8/18/14
Deadline date to apply: November 18, 2014.
Posted: 08/18/14. Job Listing #148.
McDougall LawFirm, LLC – (alumni)
P. O. Box 1336
Beaufort, SC 29901
Attention: Sue Woods, Office Manager
Fax: 843 379-7007
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mlflaw.com
Beaufort Law Firm with concentration in civil litigation and workers compensation.
The practice is comprised of approximately 50% WC cases (many of a complex nature) on
behalf of the injured employee, and 50% Personal Injury cases on behalf of the injured
Plaintiff(s), to include premises cases (basic negligence and security cases), MVAs, products
cases, sexual assault victims, school district gross negligence cases, insurance bad faith, nursing
home negligence and medical malpractice. Currently expanding practice to include actions under
the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, timeshare litigation, and other consumer protection
commercial areas.
Immediate needs include drafting documents (pleadings, briefs, memoranda, Orders, etc.) in both
WC and PI cases, and handling post settlement proceedings in Probate Court for minors,
incompetents, and Estates; however, there is an opportunity to expand certain types of litigation
and handle other cases independently.
In order of priority any applicant needs to:
1. Be dedicated to live and work in Beaufort.
2. Someone with excellent writing and research skills. Preferably with some clerkship experience
that has involved serious legal document drafting, or real journal writing experience.
3. Rule 403 completion required.
4. Experience required.
5. Someone that is truly motivated or challenged by the demands of a Plaintiff's practice.
The compensation package would be crafted to suit the individual hired for the position, and
would be commensurate with experience, and individual goals. Options for health insurance,
retirement and other benefits.
Response Method: Fax, Email, Mail
Materials requested: Résumé, Cover Letter, and 3 References
Please apply ASAP. The position start date is negotiable…approximately October 1.
Posted: 08/12/14. Job Listing #145.
Human Rights Watch – (alumni)
Senior Researcher
NYC or Washington, D.C
• Location Washington, D.C.
• Sector Non Profit
• Experience Mid Career
• Posted: 7/23/14
Position description
Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking highly-qualified applicants for the position of Senior
Researcher. This position reports to the Managing Director of the Americas Division. The
position will be based preferably in New York or Washington, DC.
Responsibilities:
1-Helping develop and implement a research and advocacy agenda and strategies to improve
respect for human rights in the region;
2-Writing reports, articles, and press releases, as well as submissions to international bodies, and
doing so in a concise, accurate, and timely manner;
3-Overseeing the work of other researchers, editing their reports and other material and assisting,
and advising them on research missions;
4-Monitoring human rights issues in specific countries by conducting fact-finding missions and
collecting and analyzing information from a wide variety of sources;
5-Responding promptly to queries from the media, the public, and colleagues in the human rights
community;
6-Contributing to internal HRW policy debates on issues relevant to his or her expertise and
areas of focus;
7-Working closely with local and regional human rights organizations to ensure that the work of
HRW complements and enhances their own work; and
8-Carrying out other duties as required.
Qualifications
Education: An advanced (graduate) degree in international relations, journalism, law, Latin
American regional studies, social sciences and/or extensive experience in human rights or related
work are required.
Experience: Minimum five years experience working on human rights or related issues,
preferably in Latin America. Fluency in English and Spanish are required.
Related Skills and Knowledge:
1-Ability to research and analyze complex human rights issues in a rigorous, nuanced and
efficient manner is required.
2-Ability to conduct interviews with a wide range of people, including victims of abuse,
witnesses, and government officials, is required.
3-Ability to draft and edit high-quality written material under tight deadlines is required.
4-Ability to identify advocacy opportunities and help develop and implement advocacy strategies
is required.
5-Ability to respond quickly to crises and conflicts as they may occur is required.
6-Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish are required.
7-Ability to think strategically about the global and local media environments and how to use the
print and electronic media to further advocacy goals is desirable.
8-Knowledge of and experience working in international human rights and familiarity with
international human rights law is preferred.
9-Strong interpersonal skills, in order to work collaboratively within HRW as well as with local
partners, government officials, and others, are essential.
10-Strong initiative and follow-through, capacity to think creatively and strategically, ability to
multi-task effectively, and ability to work under pressure are required.
11-Strong public-speaking skills are essential.
Other: Applicants for this position must possess current US work authorization valid for a
minimum of two years from start date. S/he must be willing to make regular trips to the field.
This position will preferably be based in in New York or Washington, DC.
Salary and Benefits: HRW seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation
and employer-paid benefits. HRW will pay reasonable relocation expenses and will assist
employees in obtaining necessary work authorization, if required; citizens of all nationalities are
encouraged to apply.
Contact: Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, salary requirements, a brief writing
sample (unedited by others), and contact information for three references to
[email protected].
Please use “Senior Researcher Ref PRO-14-1027-A” as the subject of your email.
Posted: 08/07/14. Job Listing #144.
Moore & Van Allen PLLC – (alumni)
Suite 4700
100 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Financial Services Associate
Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a large southeastern law firm with a national practice, is seeking an
experienced finance lawyer. Preferred candidates would have two to four years of debt finance
experience. Excellent academic performance and strong interpersonal skills are required.
Competitive compensation package includes full benefits. Please send resume, cover letter and
transcript to [email protected].
Posted: 08/07/14. Job Listing #143.
Trask & Howell, LLC – (recent graduates/alumni)
P.O. Box 2167
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465
Attention: Susan Whelan, Office Manager
Email: [email protected]
Law firm located in Mt. Pleasant, SC, specializing in workers’ compensation defense seeking
associate attorney; 1-3 years experience desired. Mail or email resume, cover letter, and 2
references. Start Date is September 1.
Posted: 07/30/14. Job Listing #138.
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Children’s Law Center – (recent graduates/alumni)
University of South Carolina School of Law
Columbia, SC
Please go to http://childlaw.sc.edu/Positions%20Available.shtml to view details of available
positions.
Posted: 07/30/14. Job Listing #137.
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Moore & Van Allen PLLC – (alumni)
Suite 4700
100 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Employment Litigation Attorney
Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a large southeastern law firm with a national practice, is seeking an
attorney for its litigation practice. Preferred candidates should have at least two years of practice
experience, including experience in employee relations litigation and/or counseling (Title VII,
ADA, ADEA, FLSA, non-compete/trade secret, etc.). Traditional labor background helpful but
not required. Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and
excellent academic credentials. Responsibilities will include immediate and significant client
interaction. Competitive compensation package includes full benefits. Please send resume, cover
letter and transcript to [email protected].
Posted: 07/08/14. Job Listing #126.
State of New York Unified Court System – (alumni)
NY
For all postings and information go to: http://www.courts.state.ny.us/careers/statewide
Posted: 07/08/14. Job Listing #125.
Carolina Intermediaries, LLC
164 Market Street
Suite 307
Charleston, SC 29401
MIDLANDS LAW FIRM FOR SALE: The focus of the firm is on commercial
collections. Owner will finance and remain with firm to mentor. Contact Carolina
Intermediaries LLC at 843-560-9791 or www.carolinaintermediaries.com.
Posted: 05/29/14. Job Listing #096.
Moore & Van Allen PLLC – (alumni)
Suite 4700
100 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Intellectual Property Associate
Moore & Van Allen PLLC has immediate needs in its Charlotte office for an Intellectual
Property associate with two to three years of experience primarily in patent prosecution and
technology transactional matters. Qualified individuals will have an undergraduate degree in
either chemical engineering or chemistry. Excellent academic performance and strong
interpersonal skills required. Patent Bar membership is preferred but proper academic degree to
sit for patent bar is required. Please email resume, cover letter and transcript to
[email protected].
Posted: 05/14/14. Job Listing #088.
PERMANENT POSTINGS
Veteran Employment Opportunities
Veterans may access future job opportunities on our VA for Vets website; from the right side of
the homepage, scroll to the end under the header -- Featured Jobs: http://vaforvets.va.gov/.
Permanent Posting
Carolina Legal Associates – (recent graduates/alumni)
1330 Lady Street, Suite 503
Columbia, SC 29201
Attention: Marsha Silver, President
Carolina Legal Associates specializes in the placement of attorneys for private law firms,
corporate legal departments, and governmental entities on a permanent or contractual basis. We
can offer you increased exposure in areas in the legal profession that you may not have
considered or did not previously have an opportunity. After evaluating your qualifications and
needs, we can assess the best positions for you based on your experience and interest. There is
never a fee to you to work with Carolina Legal Associates. For more information and additional
job opportunities, please visit our website www.carolinalegalassoc.com or contact our office at
(803) 799-8835.
Contract Attorneys- Immediate opportunities are available statewide for both experienced
attorneys and recent law school graduates! Attorneys needed to work on document review
projects. Both short and long term projects available with flexible hours and opportunity for
bonuses. Previous document review experience helpful, but not required. Resumes will be held
in strict confidence and should be forwarded along with three (3) professional references to
[email protected] or [email protected] for consideration. For
additional information, please contact our office @ (803) 799-8835.
Permanent Posting
PartnerJD – (recent graduates/alumni)
401 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
PartnerJD is a full service legal recruiting firm that specializes in cost-effective e-Discovery
staffing solutions for law firms and corporations. Please go to http://partnerjd.com for all
information.
Permanent Posting
United States Department of Justice – (alumni)
Washington, D.C.
To learn more about Justice and our legal careers, please visit our website:
www.justice.gov/careers/legal . We encourage all interested applicants to apply; however,
please note that due to temporary funding restrictions we may not be able to fill all of the
currently advertised positions.
Permanent Posting
City of Chicago Department of Law – (recent graduates/alumni)
Chicago, IL
PLEASE GO TO www.cityofchicago.org/careers FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF JOB
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INFORMATION.
****No email applications will be accepted****
Permanent Posting
Hire Counsel – (recent graduates/alumni)
575 Madison Avenue, Suite 3000
FNew, NY 10022
Contact Name: Desi Fernandez
Title: Managing Director
Type of Organization: Business
Email: [email protected]
Web Address: www.hirecounsel.com
Deadline to Apply: ASAP
Start Date: Immediate
Seeking: Recent Graduate, Alumni,
Position Description: Admitted and Non-licensed Attorney - Document Review
Columbia, SC
Job Summary
Hire Counsel, the only legal staffing company that offers equity participation and profit sharing
to temporary employees, is seeking admitted attorney and non-licensed JD attorney candidates to
assist with a large-scale document review project in Columbia, South Carolina.
Our client, a national law firm, has an immediate need for project attorneys to start a long-term
document review project in Columbia, SC.
Prior document review and/or practice experience is not required but is preferred. Recent law
school graduates are encouraged to apply! This firm offers a wonderful work environment and is
a great way to add valuable E-discovery document review experience to your résumé.
If you are not from the area, Hire Counsel can provide you with the best prices for extended stay
options. Come enjoy all the Southern hospitality that Columbia offers. Please send your résumé
and 3 references via email as an MSWord attachment to:
[email protected] .
Required Experience
• Active bar admission in any US jurisdiction and/or
• JD from ABA accredited law school
• Detail oriented and focused
• Live in or be willing to commute to Columbia, SC daily
Project Details
• Start Date: Immediately
• Schedule: 40 to 60 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Duration: Long-term
• Pay Rate: Market rate
Available Benefits
Equity participation through Employee Stock Ownership Plan, provided meeting plan
requirements
Highly competitive hourly rates/compensation
Direct Deposit
401(k)
Medical, Dental, Disability Insurance among others
Holiday Pay
Bonus Pay
About Hire Counsel
Hire Counsel is proud to be a 100% employee owned company through the HCMC Legal, Inc.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This unique corporate structure allows for equity
participation by our temporary employees through the ESOP, provided they meet the Plan
requirements. As a qualifying employee, you will become part of a growing family of legal
contract professionals participating in a precedent setting employee benefit.
The ESOP benefit is in addition to our generous benefits packages including medical, dental and
disability insurance, 401(k) plan, as well as holiday and bonus pay.
At Hire Counsel we take great pride in the professional, courteous and congenial manner in
which we work with all of our employees. We recognize our success is due to the efforts of our
talented pool of hardworking temporary employees.
Hire Counsel is a national legal staffing organization dedicated to providing our clients with the
finest candidates available. We keep this promise by offering our candidates an industry-leading
benefits package and by hiring smart, experienced staff, all of whom are attorneys and paralegals
committed to responsive, active service.
All résumés are held in strict confidence. We NEVER forward your résumé anywhere without
obtaining your authorization first.
How To Apply
Please send your résumé and 3 references via email as an MSWord attachment to:
[email protected]
Refer a friend and receive a bonus.
For details visit http://www.hirecounsel.com/employee-referral-bonus-program
For additional opportunities visit http://www.hirecounsel.com/jobs_search_results.php
Permanent Posting
South Carolina Department of Social Services – (alumni)
P.O. Box 1520
Columbia, SC 29202
Attention: Dorothy J. Killian, Assistant General Counsel
County Attorney position vacancies throughout the state; responsibilities include providing legal
representation in Family Court for abuse and neglect, Termination of Parental Rights, and Adult
Protective Services cases. Competitive salaries; state insurance and related fringe benefits.
To Apply: Go to www.jobs.sc.gov to apply.
Permanent Posting
LinkedIn (Search for Jobs)
www.linkedin.com
LinkedIn has a Jobs section and people seeking jobs are encouraged to join. A
PROFESSIONAL picture is needed. Please contact the Career Services Office if you have any
questions.
Permanent Posting
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
Various Locations
Please go to http://www.aclu.org/careers to view all open positions, including Staff Attorney –
Racial Justice Program, NY and Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist in Washington Legislative Office,
Washington, D.C.
Permanent Posting
University of South Carolina – (recent graduates/alumni)
Columbia, SC
If you are interested in applying for University of South Carolina jobs please go to
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1373390131001
Permanent Posting
WEBSITE INFORMATION
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Job postings for this agency are continually listed at www.fbijobs.gov Please visit website for
information.
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IRS Office of Chief Counsel – (recent graduate/alumni)
USAJOBS link for the tax attorney positions:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/jobsearch.asp?jbf522=&fn=4466&q=&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d
&jbf574=TR93&brd=3876&ss=0&FedPub=Y&caller=%2Fa9trirs.asp&SUBMIT1.x=102&SUB
MIT1.y=6
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Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)
The MCC is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will
support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected developing counties that
demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and
investments in their citizenry. Website: www.mcc.gov Job postings for this agency are listed at
www.avuedigitalservices.com Please visit website for information.
South Carolina Government Jobs – (recent graduates/alumni)
To view the full job posting for any opening at State of South Carolina, click here:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/sc/default.cfm
Click on a job title to view the complete job posting of any position listed. After you have
reviewed the job posting, you can apply for the position by clicking on the "Apply" button and
completing the online application.
USDOJ – (alumni)
Various Locations
Attorney Vacancies at the U.S. Department of Justice
There are current attorney vacancies at the United States Department of Justice. We encourage
all interested applicants to apply; however, please note that due to temporary funding restrictions
we may not be able to fill all of the currently advertised positions.
To learn more about Justice and our legal careers, please visit our website:
www.justice.gov/careers/legal/.
Attorney Jobs
http://www.attorneyjobs.com
BarBri Bar Review
http://www.barbri.com
Department of Justice
http://www.usdoj.gov
Directories/Job Boards
http://www.airsdirectory.com
Earthjustice Legal Defense Fund
http://www.earthjustice.org
Equal Employment
http://www.eeoc.gov
Federal Communications Commission
http://www.fcc.gov/jobs
Find a Firm Profile
http://www.lawperiscope.com
Florida State Jobs
https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com
Glassdoor
https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm
Institute for Justice
http://ij.org
Landmen
www.landmen.net
Martindale-Hubbel Law Directory
http://www.martindale.com
National Labor Relations Board
http://www.NLRB.gov
North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys
http://www.ncdistrictattorney.org/jobopportunities.html
Ohio State Legal Services Association
http://www.oslsa.org
Richland County Bar Association
www.richbar.org
South Carolina Bar
http://www.scbar.org
The Law Clerk Hiring Plan
http://www.cadc.uscourts.gov
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
https://oedci.uspto.gov/OEDCI/
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
http://www.ca9.uscourts.gov
United States Bankruptcy Court - District of South Carolina
http://www.scb.uscourts.gov
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