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 (Scroll down for complete job listings) ATTENTION! USC LAW SCHOOL ALUMNI IF YOU HAVE A NEW HOME ADDRESS or a NEW WORK ADDRESS PLEASE notify the Career Services Office by sending the information to the following e-Mail address - Please include your class year and current telephone numbers. [email protected] ********Disclaimer******** The University of South Carolina School of Law Office of Career Services posts job opportunities as a service to alumni and employers, and does not validate or guarantee the accuracy of the information posted. Further, the Office of Career Services does not endorse or make any representation concerning the opportunities posted or the people or organization posting them. Applicants are encouraged to research employers and employment opportunities independently as part of the job search process. For Real Estate postings please pay special attention to the South Carolina Supreme Court requirements for closing attorneys. ********************** 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. New York Lawyers for the Public Interest, Inc. (NYLPI) – (alumni) NY New York Lawyers for the Public Interest is hiring a staff attorney in our Health Justice program. The Health Justice program brings a civil rights and immigrant rights focus to health care advocacy in New York City. In partnership with individuals and community-based organizations, we use a wide range of advocacy tools to challenge health disparities and ensure access to high quality health care for people from medically underserved neighborhoods. Current campaigns focus on immigrant access to health care, language access, the impact of hospital closings on low-income communities of color, and access to physical education in schools. The Staff Attorney will take on existing advocacy and have ample opportunity to lead and collaborate on new campaigns. The Staff Attorney will engage in legal, policy, and administrative advocacy, as well as community organizing and outreach, coalition-building, and media work. In particular, the Staff Attorney will lead a campaign to provide direct immigration representation to clients with serious medical needs. He or she will also help to develop a broader policy agenda around access to healthcare for undocumented New Yorkers and will represent NYLPI in various coalitions and tables aimed at addressing this issue. You can find the posting here New York Lawyers for the Public Interest is hiring a staff attorney in our Health Justice program. The Health Justice program brings a civil rights and immigrant rights focus to health care advocacy in New York City. In partnership with individuals and community-based organizations, we use a wide range of advocacy tools to challenge health disparities and ensure access to high quality health care for people from medically underserved neighborhoods. Current campaigns focus on immigrant access to health care, language access, the impact of hospital closings on low-income communities of color, and access to physical education in schools. The Staff Attorney will take on existing advocacy and have ample opportunity to lead and collaborate on new campaigns. The Staff Attorney will engage in legal, policy, and administrative advocacy, as well as community organizing and outreach, coalition-building, and media work. In particular, the Staff Attorney will lead a campaign to provide direct immigration representation to clients with serious medical needs. He or she will also help to develop a broader policy agenda around access to healthcare for undocumented New Yorkers and will represent NYLPI in various coalitions and tables aimed at addressing this issue. You can find the posting here: http://www.nylpi.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/HJ-StaffAttorney-Job-Post-2015_FINAL.pdf. Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2015. Posted: 01/16/15. Job Listing #015. Maryland Legal Aid – (alumni) Prince George’s County, MD Staff Attorney Position. Go to https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=11798461&t=2 for all information. Posted: 01/16/15. Job Listing #014. Salley Law Firm, PA – (alumni) 129 East Main Street Lexington, SC 29072 Attention: William B. Salley, Jr., Managing Attorney Email: [email protected] Website: www.salleylawfirm.com Position description: Salley Law Firm, PA, an established personal injury and workers' compensation law firm, is accepting applications for an associate attorney practicing in the areas of personal injury, workers' compensation and criminal defense. Qualified applicants must have 2 or more years of personal injury law experience. Competitive salary and benefits. Excellent employment opportunity. Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Posted: 01/15/15. Job Listing #013. Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP – (alumni) 885-B Island Park Drive Charleston, SC 29492 Attention: Chris Mingledorff, Partner Website: www.mijs.com Email: [email protected] Position description: In need of an associate attorney with 2 - 3 years of experience with litigation matters, specifically insurance defense, workers' compensation defense and construction. To Apply: Email resume. Posted: 01/14/15. Job Listing #012. Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia – (alumni) Washington, DC The Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia seeks a Staff Attorney to support its robust Pro Bono Program. Legal Aid was formed in 1932 to “provide legal aid and counsel to indigent persons in civil law matters and to encourage measures by which the law may better protect and serve their needs.” Legal Aid is the oldest general civil legal services program in the D.C. The largest part of our work is individual representation in housing, family law, public benefits, and consumer law. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic reform litigation. Tasks and Duties The Staff Attorney will provide general support for Legal Aid’s Pro Bono Program. Legal Aid’s wide-ranging Pro Bono Program includes, among other things, multiple case referrals each month to pro bono counsel throughout the D.C. legal community, volunteer lawyers who conduct interviews with prospective clients and staff clinics, loaned associates who are embedded at Legal Aid for rotations, co-counseling arrangements, and much more. The Staff Attorney also will also help establish and then support two new projects. The Social Security Disability Application Pilot Project will utilize attorneys from participating law firms to provide pro bono representation to individuals applying for Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. The Housing Civil Right to Counsel Pilot Project will seek to build toward the goal of offering full representation to every individual living in public and subsidized housing in D.C. who is facing eviction. For both projects, the Staff Attorney will be responsible for, among other things: developing expertise in housing and public benefits law through an intensive training program; designing policies and procedures to implement the projects; coordinating with the relevant D.C. and federal agencies and legal services providers to facilitate case referrals; managing data in Legal Aid’s intake and client management system; coordinating outreach to both potential law firm partners and potential clients; referring cases to pro bono attorneys at participating law firms; and, conducting project evaluations. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following: - Exceptional organizational, written and oral communication, and leadership skills; - Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with Legal Aid colleagues, other legal services providers, and law firm attorneys; - Enthusiasm for and interest in being a part of new projects and collaborations; - A demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice; - Experience in legal services preferred, ideally in housing or public benefits, or both, and - Proficiency or fluency in Spanish or another language a plus. Membership or eligibility for membership in the DC bar is required. Salary and Benefits The attorney will be paid in accordance with Legal Aid’s attorney salary scale. Legal Aid also offers a competitive benefits package. To Apply Legal Aid encourages all interested persons regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion or disability to apply. Interested persons are encouraged to apply immediately and should email a letter of interest and resume to: [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. Position remains open until filled. Posted: 01/14/15. Job Listing #011. Carolina Legal Associates – (recent graduates/alumni) 1330 Lady St. Ste.503 Columbia, SC 29206 BILINGUAL CONTRACT ATTORNEY: CHARLESTON, SC - Established law firm in Charleston, SC has an immediate opening for a bilingual contract attorney. Must be able to speak and read Spanish fluently. Ideal applicants would have superior time management skills in order to meet critical deadlines. Resumes will be held in strict confidence and should be forwarded with (3) professional references to [email protected] for consideration. For additional information, please contact our office at (803) 799-8835. Posted: 01/12/15. Job Listing #010. McCabe Trotter & Beverly, PC – (recent graduates/alumni) P.O. Box 212069 Columbia, SC 29221 Attention: Stephanie Trotter, Shareholder Email: [email protected] Fax: 803-724-5001 Seeking an associate attorney to handle collection litigation and foreclosure matters. Litigation experience preferred. To Apply: Email, fax or mail resume, cover letter, and 2 references. Posted: 01/12/15. Job Listing #009. U.S. Department of Justice – (alumni) The Office of the Pardon Attorney (OPA), United States Department of Justice, is seeking Attorney Advisors to work in Washington, DC. The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking several highly qualified attorneys to serve as Trial Attorneys in its Washington Criminal I and Criminal II Sections. Justice seeks to attract, retain, and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from all walks of life. The work environment and atmosphere is open, diverse, collegial, and inclusive. There are active affinity groups for African-American; Asian-American; Hispanic; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT); and Native American employees, which are open to all DOJ employees regardless of background. Justice fosters a work environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences may reach their full potential. These and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html. Posted: 01/12/15. Job Listing #008. Howell Gibson and Hughes, P.A. – (recent graduates/alumni) P.O. Box 40 Beaufort, SC 29901 Howell, Gibson and Hughes, P.A., a defense litigation firm in Beaufort, SC seeks an associate attorney with 0 – 3 years civil defense litigation experience. Excellent academic credentials and completion of Rule 403 required. Trial experience desired. Must be licensed in the State of South Carolina and be in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Firm offers competitive salary and benefits. All inquiries will be confidential. Send Resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Cece Boyne at [email protected]. Applications must be received by February 6, 2015. Posted: 01/08/15. Job Listing #007. Cole, Schotz, Meisel, Forman & Leonard P.A. – (alumni) NJ or NY CORPORATE/TRANSACTIONAL ASSOCIATE- NEW JERSEY OR NEW YORK OFFICES: 3-5 years experience, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, business and succession planning, finance and transactional practice. NJ and NY bar admission required. Strong academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills required. We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program. Please email resume, with salary requirements, to: Gayle P. Englert Director of Human Resources Cole, Schotz, Meisel, Forman & Leonard, P.A. Court Plaza North 25 Main Street, P.O. Box 800 Hackensack, NJ 07602-0800 [email protected] Please visit us at our website. www.coleschotz.com NEW JERSEY/NEW YORK/DELAWARE/MARYLAND/TEXAS Cole Schotz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #006. McDonnell and Associates, P.A. – (recent graduates/alumni) PO Box 12245 Columbia, SC 29205 Attention: Melinda Hunt, Human Resources Manager Our firm is seeking to hire real estate attorneys to work in the state of South Carolina; specifically preferring to hire attorneys in the Myrtle Beach area. At McDonnell and Associates, PA, we help and advise clients in real estate transactions involving the purchase, sale or refinance of residential or commercial real estate property. We pride ourselves in offering clients an efficient closing and refinance process. The right candidate will be willing to work evenings and frequent Saturday hours, travel, and work hours that will vary day to day. Candidates with foreclosure experience are encouraged to apply. Candidate must have passed the South Carolina BAR, and be able to obtain a notary public certification prior to being employed. Attorneys are provided with transportation, laptop, and cell phone. Full training and continuous support will be provided. Recent graduates as well as experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply. Please note that this position requires an individual to work variable hours and evenings. Flexibility with scheduling is key to being successful in this role! To Apply: Email resume and two references to [email protected]. Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #005. The Stevens Firm, P.A. – (alumni) Family Law Center P.O. Box 6158 Spartanburg, SC 29304 Attention: J. Benjamin Stevens, Senior Partner Well-established boutique family law practice in downtown Spartanburg, SC seeking an Associate Attorney to assist with complex divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. Candidates must be admitted to practice in South Carolina and have a minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in family law and/or litigation cases. The Associate will work closely with and report directly to the firm’s Senior Partner. Candidates must be able to take direction, learn quickly, work independently on projects, meet deadlines, and produce excellent quality work. Meticulous research techniques, top-notch writing skills, and first-rate academic credentials are required. Ideal candidates will be computer literate and tech savvy (preferably with a working knowledge of Mac computers and iOS devices), attuned to the importance of organization and visual presentation of information, and be proficient with paperless systems. Candidates must be detail-oriented, analytical, and able work independently and in a team environment. This position will involve the following types of work: (1) Trial Organization and Preparation: Working closely with the Senior Partner to ensure that all necessary information is obtained, prepared, and organized for court appearances (motion hearings, trials, etc.). This will include ensuring all necessary affidavits, financial exhibits, evidence/exhibits, etc. are prepared with specificity, organized in such a way to make a compelling presentation to the court, and summarized for the Senior Partner’s easy review in preparation for hearings. (2) Legal Drafting: Conducting legal research and drafting briefs and legal memoranda as needed. Working with the Senior Partner to develop discovery plans on cases and drafting interrogatories, request for production, requests to admit, subpoenas, etc. to obtain the desired information. Helping prepare for depositions by researching relevant issues and developing outlines of questions for witnesses. Some drafting of pleadings and court orders. (3) Assist with CLE Projects: Researching specified topics (some family law and some legal technology) to help the Senior Partner develop materials for CLE presentations, magazine articles, blog posts, etc. on the local, state, and national level. This may include some initial drafting of written materials and/or preparing rough drafts of Keynote slides. Top flight practitioners, collegial working environment, excellent earning potential, and a rapidly growing community make this an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates are invited to send their cover letter, resume, and a legal writing sample (all in PDF format) to [email protected]. All resumes are accepted in the strictest of confidence. Deadline date to apply: February 1, 2015. Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #004. The John Payton Appellate and Supreme Court Advocacy Fellowship – (alumni) In honor of the outstanding legal career of our former President and Director-Counsel, John Payton, the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. has launched the John Payton Appellate and Supreme Court Advocacy Fellowship. This Fellowship provides a mid-level lawyer with the opportunity to spend a year at LDF as a staff attorney, litigating cutting-edge civil rights and racial justice cases. More information about John and the fellowship is available at: http://www.naacpldf.org/naacplegal-defense-launches-fellowship-civil-rights-lawyers-honor-late-president-and-director-couns. Apply by the March 16, 2015 deadline. Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #003. Wendell L Hawkins, PA – (recent graduates/alumni) 103 C Regency Commons Drive Greer, SC 29650 Attention: Kelly Meilinger, Office Manager Fax: 864-848-9759 Website: www.wlhawkinslawfirm.com Email: [email protected] Position description: Seeking a litigation attorney in our Anderson, SC office. Experience preferred. To apply: Email, fax or mail resume, cover letter, and 2 references. Deadline date to apply: January 30, 2015. Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #002. TES Legal – (alumni) P.O. Box 5331 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29597 Attention: John Young, Co-founder Email: [email protected] Fax: 800-516-9441 Position description: Possible partnership in DC Law Firm. Great flexibility and income. Very unique opportunity. To apply: Email, mail or fax resume by February 27, 2015. Posted: 01/07/15. Job Listing #001. Collins & Lacy, PC - (alumni) Post Office Box 12487 Columbia, South Carolina Attn: Christian Stegmaier, Recruiting Partner Senior Associate/Junior Partner – Workers’ Compensation (Columbia) Collins & Lacy’s Workers’ Compensation Practice Group has an immediate need for lateral attorney with at least 4-5 years of experience in defense-based workers’ compensation practice in South Carolina for its Columbia office. The successful candidate will be a team player and possess an excellent academic record and a demonstrated track record of success representing employers and insurers at all levels (Commission and appellate) in the workers’ compensation arena. The successful candidate must also be business-minded and possess the ability to market the firm and the practice group. Preference will be given to candidates with a partial or complete book of portable business. Please email resume and cover letter to Christian Stegmaier, Recruiting Partner at [email protected]. Senior Associate/Junior Partner – Workers’ Compensation (Greenville) Collins & Lacy’s Workers’ Compensation Practice Group has an immediate need lateral attorney with at least 4-5 years of experience in defense-based workers’ compensation practice in South Carolina for its Greenville office. The successful candidate will be a team player and possess an excellent academic record and a demonstrated track record of success representing employers and insurers at all levels (Commission and appellate) in the workers’ compensation arena. The successful candidate must also be business-minded and possess the ability to market the firm and the practice group. This candidate must also possess the ability to manage the practice group’s operations in the Upstate. Preference will be given to candidates with a partial or complete book of portable business. Please email resume and cover letter to Christian Stegmaier, Recruiting Partner at [email protected]. Posted: 12/16/14. Job Listing #215. 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. Knowledge of Relativity software and previous E-discovery experience is helpful. Must be willing to commute to Columbia for the duration of the project. 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: 12/11/14. Job Listing #212. ______________________________________________________________________________ Strauss & Associates, PA – (2 positions) 77 Central Avenue, Suite F Asheville, NC 28801 Attention: Andy Strauss, Esquire Our Firm is well established with offices in Asheville and Hendersonville, NC. We have 6 attorneys that focus on estate planning, business and estate litigation and planning, and charitable gifting. Estate Planning Attorney – (alumni) We are looking for an outgoing, energetic, polished attorney with knowledge of wills and trust planning. The successful candidate will be personable and competent and, while technically proficient, will have excellent communication skills. This position is likely to lead to a partnership and management role depending on the candidate's goals. An ability to create contacts and referral sources is important. An interest in and a connection to Western North Carolina is desirable. Compensation will be directly tied to client work and production. We will help the candidate develop connections in the area if necessary. Initially the position will report to the senior attorney in the Hendersonville office. To Apply: Mail or email resume and cover letter to [email protected] No phone calls, please. Elder Law Attorney – (recent graduates/alumni) Looking for an energetic, personable, outgoing attorney interested in estate planning and elder law. The focus would be on developing clients that need wills, trusts, Medicaid, veteran benefits or special needs planning. We have a board certified elder law attorney that is willing to mentor and train. The candidate should be willing to be entrepreneurial in developing new business with our help. Experience in Medicaid, veterans benefits and special needs planning is helpful but not a requisite. It is important that the candidate enjoy meeting people and creating professional and business contacts. We would like but do not require some connection to Western North Carolina. Compensation is based on performance and is directly tied to client work. To Apply: Mail or email resume and cover letter to [email protected] No phone calls, please. Posted: 12/09/14. Job Listing #208. Children’s Legal Services – (alumni) FL Children’s Legal Services, a division of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), is seeking an experienced litigation attorney (admitted to Florida Bar for a minimum of two years) for our Pensacola, Florida office. Attorneys for Children’s Legal Services represent the people of the State of Florida, through DCF, and advocate for the best interests of Florida’s children in dependency proceedings under Chapter 39, Florida Statutes. The successful applicant will have a strong interest in child advocacy, good academic credentials, strong writing skills, excellent communication skills, a keen interest in courtroom litigation, excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, a positive attitude, and be a member of the Florida Bar. Applicants with a track record of successful litigation experience are encouraged to apply. Moot court, trial team, litigation clinic, advocacy certificate, and/or law review participation in law school are a plus. The starting salary is $52,000 per year, and includes an excellent benefits package with health benefits, life insurance, dental benefits, four weeks paid vacation, paid state holidays, a personal day, paid sick leave, and a state retirement package. Children’s Legal Services: Strong Leadership, a New Paradigm, and New Opportunities! Come and be part of an exciting cutting edge statewide law firm with a vision focused on providing exceptional advocacy to children and families of Florida by achieving permanency, stability and security for abused, neglected and abandoned children. To Apply: please visit PeopleFirst or click this link: http://jobs.myflorida.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view765085&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any. Posted: 12/04/14. Job Listing #207. Jasper County Government – (alumni) P.O. Box 150 Ridgeland, SC 29936 www.jaspercountysc.org POSITION TITLE: County Attorney LOCATION: Jasper County Attorney’s Office SALARY: $70,390 (Depending on Experience and Qualifications) Major Function: This position is responsible for representing Jasper County in varied litigation and advising the County Council, other elected officials, the Administrator and County boards and commissions as to legal issues related to the performance of their duties. Incumbent will report to the Jasper County Council. Essential Tasks: The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are needed for the effective and efficient management of the County. Provide legal counsel and advice on various issues to the County Council, County Administrator, Constitutional officers and County staff and departments. Oversee use of outside counsel. Attend all regularly called and special Jasper County Council meetings and act as parliamentarian. Represent the County in litigation matters to which the County is a party. On request of the County Council, act as inspector general for the County. Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions for the County Council, County Administrator and staff. Negotiate, draft, and review proposed contracts for the acquisition of consultant services, supplies and equipment for the County. Will have similar responsibility for review of proposed intergovernmental contracts and agreements. Research, draft and review proposed ordinances and resolutions for adoption by the County Council. Represent and advise the Jasper County Transportation Committee, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning and Appeals, Board of Elections and Voter Registration and the Jasper County Grievance Committee. Act as a liaison between the County and the South Carolina Insurance Reserve Fund on suits and claims. Handle Jasper County Freedom of Information requests and subpoenas. Handle subpoenas of information in the possession of Jasper County. Prepare Jasper County tax deeds. Represent the County in the acquisition and disposal of Real Property. Represent the County in connection with Bond and Note issues, and act as liaison to Bond Counsel. Monitor pending legislation and advise staff regarding statutory and case law and opinions of the Attorney General relevant to County operations. Where possible, recapture costs of operating County Attorney’s Office. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of law and possession of a Juris Doctorate Degree. Minimum 3-5 years related experience in municipal/county government environment. Incumbent must be admitted to practice law before the state and federal courts of the State of South Carolina. The successful candidate must possess the ability to function independently and as an expert in legal matters confronting Jasper County. Position requires excellent communication skills and ability to work well with staff, community members, business leaders and the like. Some familiarity with Roberts Rules of Order will be helpful. Previous experience working with a Council-Administrator form of government is desired. The incumbent must reside in Jasper County or have the ability to establish residency immediately following an offer of employment. A valid South Carolina driver’s license is required. Application Procedure: Only applicants submitting an application, resume, salary history and 3 (written) letters of references (professional references only) to Jasper County Human Resources, PO Box 150, Ridgeland, SC 29936 will be considered. Applications are available on line at www.jaspercountysc.org. or may be obtained in person at Jasper County Government Complex, 358 Third Avenue, Ridgeland, SC 29936. APPLICANTS WILL BE DRUG TESTED AND MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A CRIMIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 23, 2015. If an accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office. JASPER COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Posted: 12/03/14. Job Listing #206. Family Shelter – (alumni) Columbia, SC Established in 1979, Family Shelter is the only agency in the Midlands that provides emergency shelter services to homeless children and their families. Before the Family Shelter's establishment, the only options for homeless families looking for emergency shelter were to separate or remain as a unit living on the street, in a car, or with a family member. Today, the Family Shelter works with homeless families to give them another option in their time of crisis. Our Mission: To provide emergency shelter in a stable living environment for homeless children and their parents and help our residents build life skills needed to regain independence. What we do: The Family Shelter provides emergency shelter and enrichment services to homeless families with children. We provide a safe haven during a period of crisis and provide support and resources to encourage long-term independence. Our specific programs are: Emergency Shelter: We provide emergency shelter for up to 120 days for 15 families at a time. Our residents live in a dorm-style setting where 2-4 family members live in one furnished room and share a hall-access bathroom with families. We supply up to three meals a day as well as afternoon snacks to all of our residents. Support Services: Case Management - All parents to attend weekly case management meetings to help keep them on track and ensure incremental progress in finding housing and employment. In addition to supporting the housing and employment search, case management is also the means through which we offer a variety of other resource referrals for our residents. Individual & Family Counseling: Homeless parents and children experience an enormous amount of daily stress and uncertainty. Our LPC Family Services Director is available to meet with parents or children or an entire family to offer emotional and psychological support during their stay at Family Shelter. Enrichment Services In addition to family support services, we offer many enrichment activities to help parents and children learn and grow and become more prepared to thrive when they leave our shelter. Ongoing enrichment programs include parent education, homework help, monthly teen outings, weekly storytime, music classes, and access to an onsite library. The Candidate The Family Shelter is searching for a new Executive Director. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to lead and manage a nonprofit organization that seeks to reduce the impact of homelessness on children and families. Through innovation, strategic leadership, energy and commitment, the Executive Director will take the Family Shelter to the next level of excellence, inspiring and elevating support. The individual selected must have the following skills and expertise: 1. Demonstrated successful fund raising expertise. It is critical to the future of The Family Shelter that funding is secure; strengthening relationships, identifying new sources of revenue, grant and proposal writing and development of diverse funding will help assure the organization can grow and thrive. 2. Expertise in nonprofit management. The Executive Director must inspire confidence and provide leadership and vision to ensure a promising future for The Family Shelter. He or she will be able to build an effective staff team working together toward a common vision. The Executive Director will have the proven ability to engage, manage, motivate and unite staff around common goals. Successful experience working with a Board of Directors is also important. 3. Effective communication skills. The Executive Director must have the ability to communicate with diverse populations as well as effectively represent the organization in the community. He or she will be able to face problems directly in a professional and assertive manner and make difficult decisions. The Executive Director must be able to clearly and persuasively communicate in formal and extemporaneous settings and convey passion for the Family Shelter’s mission. 4. Strong relationship building skills. The ideal candidate will have the skills needed to help build strong relationships with staff, board members, funders, and community stakeholders. He or she will have the ability to build collaborative relationships among community partners, working together to build a seamless continuum of care in our community. The Qualifications The Executive Director of The Family Shelter is directly responsible to the Board of Directors for the overall administrative leadership in achieving the organization’s mission. The Executive Director recommends and participates in Board formulation of new policies, procedures and programs; administers and directs programs approved by the Board; maintains effective staff organization and performance to assure attainment of objectives and services; and achieves economic, productive and constructive growth of Family Shelter through strong management and staff leadership. Additional assets being sought include: - Genuine compassion and understanding of the complexities of homeless families. - The ability to inspire and energize others - Excellent community building skills with an ability to work effectively with a variety of partners and stakeholders - Ability to create an environment that welcomes feedback, discussion and new ideas that encourages innovation and new direction with the frame of The Family Shelter’s mission. - Ability to analyze and tackle problems in a fair and collaborative manner, as well as implement systems, processes, and accountabilities necessary to support solutions. - Proven business acumen with a track record of effective financial management and budgeting. - Ability to engage the board, staff, partners and stakeholders in decision making to build consensus. - Ability to analyze and tackle problems in a fair and collaborative manner, as well as implement systems, processes, and accountabilities necessary to support solutions. - Bachelor’s degree in one of the social sciences, business, public administration or related field with five (5) years experience in successfully developing and managing human services/nonprofit programs; or Masters degree in one of the social sciences, business, public administration or related field, with two (2) years experience in successfully developing and managing human services/nonprofit programs, or any combination of education and experience commensurate to the job. Interested applicants should send a cover letter that highlights the candidate’s success in one or more of the four prerequisite areas of expertise outlined in the profile along with their resume and salary requirements to: Search Committee The Family Shelter c/o ccbozard consulting [email protected] Posted: 11/26/14. Job Listing #204. Tahirih Justice Center – (alumni) Falls Church, VA Tahirih Justice Center is seeking to hire a Public Policy Attorney to contribute to Tahirih's efforts to secure stronger protections and supports for immigrant survivors of gender-based violence, including under US asylum laws, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA). The Public Policy Attorney will be responsible for elevating Tahirih's national advocacy initiatives, forging and mobilizing diverse coalitions, and engaging bipartisan allies to press for laws, regulations, policies, and precedent that better protect immigrant women and girls from violence. The position holder will also * assist in the development of legislative and policy proposals emerging from Tahirih's groundbreaking national campaigns, such as the Forced Marriage Initiative (FMI). * serves as one of Tahirih's spokespeople on policy issues to Tahirih supporters, advocates and colleague organizations, legislators and policymakers, and the media. * work closely with Tahirih's communications staff to enhance public understanding and to ensure that stakeholders are informed and invested in advocacy to protect and empower immigrant women and girls. For all information go to: http://www.tahirih.org/site/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/Public-Policy-Attorney-JobAnnouncement-110714.pdf Posted: 11/19/14. Job Listing #197. South Carolina Legal Services – (recent graduates/alumni) P.O. Box 1445 Columbia, SC 29202 Position Title: Staff Attorney Location: Greenwood Office Job Type: Regular – Full-time Job Summary: Provide a wide range of civil litigation to low-income individuals and families residing in South Carolina. Civil litigation will primarily be in the areas of consumer, housing and family law. The attorney may also work in other priority areas of law depending on client needs. Litigation experience in these areas, plus experience with a broad range of other advocacy tools and community education, is strongly preferred. The position requires some evening and weekend work. It may also require overnight trips. Minimum Requirements: ▪ Member of the SC Bar ▪ Demonstrated experience in the relevant areas of law ▪ Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Rules of Evidence, Rules of the Family Court, and Rules of Appellate Procedure ▪ Knowledge of the principles of civil practice and time management ▪ Excellent litigation and trial advocacy, research, and legal writing skills ▪ Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office ▪ Excellent relationship building skills ▪ Demonstrated competence in working with diverse clients and client communities ▪ Commitment to public interest/poverty law Job Open Date: Immediately Job Close Date: Until Filled To Apply: Applicants interested in applying for this position may submit a Resume, 2 writing samples and three references with cover letter to: South Carolina Legal Services, Attn: Human Resources – Staff Attorney – Greenwood Office PO Box 1445, Columbia, SC 29202 or by fax to 803-799-9420. Posted: 11/19/14. Job Listing #196. City of Columbia – (alumni) P.O. Box 147 Columbia, SC 29217 CITY PROSECUTOR Entry-level position involves representing the City as a prosecutor in Municipal Court and when necessary the City legislative and administrative officials in all legal matters before State and Federal Courts and administrative bodies. The employee, with limited supervision, exercises professional judgment and skill in preparing legal memoranda, reviews documents, represents the City in municipal court, civil cases, appeals and administrative matters. The employee consults with and advises departmental staff or participates in departmental matters requiring legal assistance. Employee must be prepared to work beyond a forty-hour work week. Employee will manage a criminal docket for Municipal Court and possibly a civil and administrative caseload as well as document review assignments. Graduation from a recognized law school with a Juris Doctorate degree with two (2) years of legal experience preferred, including prosecution of criminal matters and some experience in governmental, construction, tort, contract, real estate and workers’ compensation law and knowledge of appellate practices and procedures; or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid SC Class “D” Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record. Must have knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office preferred, utilizing Outlook and word processing software programs. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of South Carolina and a member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must possess and maintain a S.C. Notary Public certification. May be required to work beyond a forty (40) hour work week in order to accomplish assigned work. Note: Must submit a writing sample with application. **Phone calls, facsimiles, hand deliveries and e-mails will NOT be accepted. To Apply: Download application at http://columbiasc.net/hr/employment, submit completed application, resume and writing sample to Human Resources, City of Columbia, POB 147, Columbia, SC 29217 ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY II Perform legal work assisting the City Attorney and will involve preparing ordinances, resolutions and opinions; preparing legal memoranda; reviewing documents; representing the City in civil cases, appeals and administrative matters, and performing related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from a recognized law school with a Juris Doctorate degree with eight (8) years of progressively responsible legal work experience, preferably in governmental, construction, tort, contract, real estate and workers’ compensation law and knowledge of appellate practices and procedures; or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid SC Class “D” Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record. Must have knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office preferred, utilizing Outlook, word processing and database software programs. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of South Carolina and a member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Eligibility for admission to the United States Court and the United States Court of Appeals is preferred. Must possess and maintain a S.C. Notary Public certification. May be required to work beyond a forty (40) hour work week in order to accomplish assigned work. Note: Must submit a writing sample with application. **Phone calls, facsimiles, hand deliveries and e-mails will NOT be accepted** To Apply: Download application at http://columbiasc.net/hr/employment, submit completed application, resume and writing sample to Human Resources, City of Columbia, POB 147, Columbia, SC 29217 Posted: 11/12/14. Job Listing #193. Patrick & Stathos, LLC – (alumni) 412 N. Poplar Drive Surfside Beach, SC 29575 Attention: Cindy Minter Position description: Associate attorney position with established law firm in Surfside Beach. General practice with emphasis on real estate, homeowner association law and litigation. Unique opportunity for a dedicated and motivated candidate. The qualified candidate must be a member of the S.C. Bar and have completed Rule 403 requirements. To Apply: Email or mail resume, cover letter and 3 references to [email protected]. Posted: 11/11/14. Job Listing #192. 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. 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: 11/03/14. Job Listing #187. ______________________________________________________________________________ Moore & Van Allen PLLC – (alumni) Suite 4700 100 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Corporate Securities Associate & Van Allen PLLC, a large law firm with a national practice, is seeking an attorney with two to four years of experience primarily in corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, securities regulation, and general business matters. Preferred candidate has experience in drafting and negotiating corporate documentation, including acquisition documents, joint venture agreements and general commercial contracts. Accounting and/or finance background and understanding of financial statements preferred. Candidates should also have excellent written and verbal communication skills and outstanding academic credentials. Send resume, cover letter and transcript to [email protected]. Posted: 10/28/14. Job Listing #184. ______________________________________________________________________________ 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. 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. ______________________________________________________________________________ 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 State of New York Unified Court System – (alumni) NY For all postings and information go to: http://www.courts.state.ny.us/careers/statewide Permanent Posting 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. ______________________________________________________________________________ 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 ____________________________________________________________________________ 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/. 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