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Employer State of South Carolina

Assistant Attorney General (Attorney III), Internet Crimes Against Children

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  • Full Time
  • Richland County, SC
July 22, 2025 Attorney Criminal Law

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, performs all legal work relating to Internet crimes against children. Check out what our office has been up to. 
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  • Advise law enforcement agents regarding possible criminal violations. Review law enforcement reports and case information. Advise and assist law enforcement on Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigations.
  • Prepare cases for county grand jury consideration and final disposition. Prepare appropriate indictments in time to be properly reviewed and approved by the Attorney General.  Prepare cases for trial.  Seek appropriate resolution of all cases in a timely manner.
  • Make court appearances and trial presentations on behalf of the State of South Carolina and the SC Attorney General’s Office.
  • Prepare orders and any other necessary documentation to obtain subscriber information from the internet and electronic service providers.
  • Assist in training and making presentations to law enforcement agencies, local community groups, schools, or related interest groups on ICAC issues.  Respond to citizen inquiries.
  • Performs other related duties as requested by the Attorney General, Chief Deputy Attorney General, and supervising attorney.
This position also includes an excellent benefits package:
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
  • Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
  • Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
  • Thirteen paid holidays.
  • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and five years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Necessary Requirement: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Knowledge of general case, statutory, and common law. 
  • Knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and rules of guidance. 
  • Ability to interpret and apply laws in court decisions. 
  • Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments. 
  • Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically. 
  • Ability to plan and direct the activities of a legal staff.

Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, SLED BACKGROUND CHECK, AND GRIEVANCE CHECK REQUIRED.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
EEOP Utilization Report available upon request.



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