Serves as the general counsel for a multifaceted state agency or as a Division Director responsible for Legal and other related services; directs the administrative and/or legal activities of a legal team; supervises the handling of legal procedures of extreme complexity and importance.
The nature and size of the agency, the complexity and importance of the litigation and direct involvement and significant participation by the attorney in such litigation distinguishes this class. This class is reserved for the General Counsel of a complex state agency which is authorized by the Attorney General to regularly undertake and manage a large volume of litigation. This class will serve as the advisor to an Agency Director in all matters of a legal nature and serves as a member of the Agency’s executive management team.
Supervises a number of attorneys or Associate General Counsel conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions, briefs, pleadings and arguments for various types of litigation. Drafts legislative bills, resolutions and amendments. Conducts complex legal research and prepares memorandums concerning legislative acts and court decisions. Represents the state in major litigation involving a state agency. Assists in formulating and administering policy for a state agency.
Knowledge of theories, practices and principles of effective management. Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Knowledge of agency policies, standards and procedures. Ability to supervise and motivate employees. Ability to interpret and apply policies, laws and judicial decisions. Ability to establish priorities. Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically.
Member of the South Carolina Bar. Admitted to the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina.
A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.