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Richland County

Public Defender Attorney I

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  • Full Time
  • Judicial Center
April 11, 2025 Attorney Criminal Law

Job Description

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.

Must possess and maintain current membership in the S.C. Bar Association.



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