Orangeburg/Calhoun Contract Attorney Position - Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program (1)

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Orangeburg/Calhoun County Contract Attorney Position, Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program is seeking an attorney to represent volunteer guardians ad litem in Orangeburg and Calhoun Counties. This is a part time contract position starting as soon as possible and ending, if not renewed, June 30, 2026. Representation duties include court appearances, document preparation, legal correspondence, research, hearing preparation, discovery, legal advice, and any other work required to represent volunteer guardians in Department of Social Services Abuse and Neglect proceedings, including matters ancillary to representation in same. Applicants must be in good standing and licensed to practice law in South Carolina. The program is accepting applications until October 8, 2025.

Applicants should submit resumes via regular mail or email to:

Mary Watters

General Counsel

Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program

Department of Children’s Advocacy

1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 446

Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Ph. 803-605-8139

Email: Mary.Watters@childadvocate.sc.gov