Managing Attorney - South Carolina Legal Services (1)

Job Summary

The managing attorney position salary is negotiable. South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) is a state-wide nonprofit organization that provides free legal assistance in a wide variety of civil (non-criminal) legal matters to eligible low income residents of South Carolina. SCLS does not discriminate on the basis of disability, or any class status protected by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.

The managing attorney is responsible for the efficient management of the legal and non-legal staff; oversees the effective administration of the office; maintains a caseload; handles employee concerns work schedules, conducts performance appraisals, assigns and reviews the progress of all current cases and assignments; plans, directs, and uses information effectively to enhance activities and production of the office; prepares and review reports and statistical information to be disseminated to management; assists with grant writing and seeking appropriate grants; and coordinates, conducts, and participates in community outreach/legal education events.