Conduct legal research and prepare briefs for individual cases Consult with a Commissioner, offering legal recommendations on cases Draft, review, and edit the Commissioners’ order instructions and orders for clarity and accuracy Assist in the courtroom with hearings Review and summarize written evidence and exhibits, including medical records Qualifications Must be enrolled in or recently graduated from an ABA-accredited law school Excellent research skills Written and verbal communication Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Good interpersonal skills Ability to prepare memos and decisions Strong attention to detail Critical thinking skills with the ability to learn and apply SC Workers’ Compensation laws and regulations.
Strong computer skills with the ability to learn the Workers’ Compensation technology system. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and organizational functions. Knowledge of applicable terminology and research practices. Taken a class on workers’ compensation or SC Administrative Law Taken an advanced legal writing course Supplemental Information This is a Time-Limited Position that does not provide benefits.
This Position is expected to work 20-25 hours a week with the Commission. The hourly wage will be $20 an hour
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