Assistant Federal Public Defender
South Carolina Federal Public Defender —Charleston, SC
- $76,748 - $197,100 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)
US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys —Columbia, SC
- $76,748 - $197,100 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Attorney III - Berkeley Prosecutor (60017922)
State of South Carolina —Berkeley County, SC
- $79,600 - $143,300 a year
- Monday to Friday
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Attorney III - Midlands Prosecutor (60023498)
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $79,600 - $143,300 a year
- Monday to Friday
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Public Defender Attorney I
Richland County Government —Richland County, SC
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Adults
Criminal Defense Attorney
The Jeffcoat Firm —Myrtle Beach, SC
- Mid-level
- Travel
- US work authorization
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
County of Greenville - PUBLIC DEFENDER CI —Greenville, SC
- $68,997.75 a year
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Criminal Defense Associate Attorney
Okoye Law LLC —Rock Hill, SC
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Presentation skills
- 1 year
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
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Attorney
Winslow Law, LLC —Pawleys Island, SC
- $85,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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City Prosecutor
City of Columbia —Columbia, SC
- $88,676 - $113,062 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
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7d
County Attorney
York County Government —York County, SC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Appellate Defender - Attorney II
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $66,400 - $119,500 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Associate Attorney
Gist Law Firm —Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
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Family Law Attorney
Price Benowitz LLP —Columbia, SC
- $100,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
Quick Apply
Criminal Defense Attorney
Price Benowitz LLP —Columbia, SC
- $70,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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General Counsel
County of Chester, South Carolina —Chester, SC
- Email
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
Quick Apply
Solicitor's Office - Assistant Solicitor for the Third Judicial Circuit
Sumter County, S.C. —Sumter County, SC
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Organizational skills
- Retirement plan
Prosecutor (#021905) Criminal Prosecution Division, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $79,600 - $90,153 a year
- Senior level
- 2 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Third Circuit Public Defender's Office - Assistant Public Defender
Sumter County, S.C. —Sumter County, SC
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
Attorney III - Dorchester/Orangeburg Prosecutor (60023687)
State of South Carolina —Orangeburg County, SC
- $79,600 - $143,300 a year
- Monday to Friday
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Assistant Federal Public Defender

South Carolina Federal Public Defender
Charleston, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$76,748 - $197,100 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Word processing
Writing skills
Driver's License
Legal argument analysis
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Job Details for Assistant Federal Public Defender

Court Name/Organization

South Carolina Federal Public Defender

Overview of the Position

The appellate attorney primarily prepares briefs, motions, and petitions for rehearing or certiorari in the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. The position includes presenting oral arguments in the Fourth Circuit and may involve post-conviction work in the district court. Additionally, the appellate attorney provides research and writing support to trial attorneys in district court.

Location

Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Greenville, SC

Opening and Closing Dates

07/28/2026 - Open Until Filled

Appointment Type

Permanent

Classification Level/Grade

ungraded

Salary

$76,748 - $197,100

Announcement Number

26-05

Position Description

The successful candidate may choose to locate in any of the four offices: Charleston, Columbia, Florence, or Greenville.

While this is not a full-time teleworking position, appellate attorneys are allowed liberal teleworking.

Qualifications

Applicants must be a law school graduate, a member in good standing of any state bar (i.e., licensed to practice law before the highest court of any state in the United States or the District of Columbia), and eligible for admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
The position may require travel throughout the district, to the court of appeals in Richmond, VA, overnight travel, out-of-district training, irregular work hours, or working weekends and holidays when necessary.
Applicants must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including an IRS tax check and an FBI name and fingerprint check. Further investigation may be required.
Attorneys in this office may not engage in the private practice of law

General Experience

The successful applicant will have strong legal research and word processing skills, the ability to analyze legal issues from complex records and write clearly and concisely. Applicants should also have an established capacity or clearly demonstrated aptitude for excellence in criminal defense practice, a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons, and a reputation for integrity. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, and court and agency personnel. Applicants must be able to work with a team when required and possess skills for collaboration, strategic litigation, compassionate representation, and unique approaches to the issues affecting our clients. Appellate writing experience or experience in handling federal criminal cases is preferred. All qualified attorneys are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disabling condition.

Specialized Experience

Appellate writing experience or experience handling federal criminal cases is preferred.
Strong legal research and word processing skills
Ability to analyze to analyze legal issues from complex records and write clearly

Employee Benefits

The salary of an assistant federal public defender is commensurate with that of an assistant U.S. attorney with similar qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, at-will position in the expected service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, featuring generous health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 13 to 26 days of annual leave depending on years of service; 13 days of sick leave per year; and 11 paid federal holidays. Employees also participate in the Federal Employees Retirement System and may contribute to the Thrift Savings Plan with up to 5% agency matching contributions. The position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and includes access to the Employee Assistance Program, and regular continuing legal education opportunities. While this is not a full-time teleworking position, appellate attorneys are allowed liberal teleworking

Miscellaneous

Employees must adhere to a Code of Conduct.

The Court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship.

Positions with the Federal Public Defender are excepted service appointments, which are “at will” and may be terminated with or without cause.

Employees are required to use direct deposit.

Background Investigation
This is a sensitive position within the Federal Judiciary. Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an FBI fingerprint check, favorable reference checks, social media inquiry, and a favorable suitability determination.

Application Info

Please submit a completed AO78 Judicial Branch Application , cover letter, resume, and a writing sample that is approximately 10 pages or less and contains legal analysis as a single PDF attachment to: [email protected] .

Applicants also may submit a law school transcript. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted; please do not contact the office.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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