Attorney I

The purpose of the class is to represent indigent adults and juveniles charged with less serious criminal offenses in Richland County.Presents and argues cases in court as assigned; prepares and tries criminal cases; prepares and argues motions; negotiates plea bargains on behalf of criminally charged clients; represents indigent clients charged with crimes at preliminary hearings; participates in case investigation including crime scene investigation, interviews witnesses and victims, and examines evidence; researches legal issues, evaluates and prepares witnesses for trial; selects juries, etc.Minimum Requirements:Requires Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Must possess and maintain current membership in the S.C. Bar Association.Must possess a valid state driver’s license.No experience required.

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