Attorney Jobs in Columbia, SC

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Personal Injury Attorney Recognized as Top Place to Work in 2020!

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago

Monge & Associates has an amazing opportunity for Personal Injury Attorneys seeking career growth and advancement within a dynamic team environment that involves handling your own Personal Injury cases...

REPOST County Attorney III - Low Country / 61014782

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Attorney V

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Must have at least seven years of full-time experience as a practicing attorney. Knowledge of the laws of the state of South Carolina. Ability to analyze facts, evidence and legal instruments....

County Attorney I - Midlands Region / 61015010

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

All of the work of the Attorney will be supervised by the managing attorney in the county or circuit. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty or services as directed....

REPOST County Attorney III - Midlands Region / 61012986

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

County Attorney I - Low Country Region / 61082850

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

All of the work of the Attorney will be supervised by the managing attorney in the county or circuit. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty or services as directed....

Attorney II - Upstate Region / 61082926

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Assistant Attorney General (Attorney II), Opinions

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

May review the work of other attorneys and assist them in both the research and drafting of their own opinions....

REPOST County Attorney III - Midlands Region / 61014723

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Staff Attorney

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

The South Carolina School Boards Association, a private, non-profit organization based in Columbia, seeks a staff attorney with a strong legal background....

County Attorney I / 61015010

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

All of the work of the Attorney will be supervised by the managing attorney in the county or circuit. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty or services as directed....

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a global law firm, is seeking a securities lawyer with 6+ years of experience managing structured securities offerings for their client's Investment Funds Group. Interested...

Real Estate Counsel

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Active attorney license in good standing and admission to the bar in at least one state....

Customer Service Advocate II

  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 days ago

Provides prompt, accurate, thorough and courteous responses to all customer inquiries. Inquiries may be non-routine and require deviation from standard screens, scripts, and procedures. Performs...

In addition to consumer protection and antirust litigation, the attorney will handle charitable trust matters and other civil matters as assigned by the Office....

Demographic Data for Columbia, SC

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Columbia, SC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Columbia, SC
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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