What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Probate Judge position at Beaufort County South Carolina?
- Presides over hearings and trials before the Court, both in the courthouse, hospitals, and other locations; addresses issues and written rulings/orders in connection with these hearings/trials.
- Supervises Probate Court personnel including clerks in the performance of their duties.
- Trains Court staff.
- Reviews and conducts legal research regarding matters pending before the Court; renders opinion to the Judge and Court staff.
- Interfaces with lawyers, the general public, and others doing business with the Court including official of other government agencies.
- Delivers presentations at seminars for lawyers, judges, hospital staff, and law enforcement on various legal matters.
- Prepares reports for the County and Court Administration.
- Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level.
Requires a Juris Doctor degree; two (2) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:
Valid Driver’s License.
Admission to the practice of law in South Carolina.
Salary : $108,118 - $116,937