Attorney III-Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

About the position

The Insurance Fraud Division is a unit within the South Carolina Department of Insurance that investigates and prosecutes insurance fraud cases referred to the Department and coordinates the Department's fraud enforcement policy. Under general supervision of the Insurance Fraud Division Director, this prosecutor position is responsible for prosecution of insurance fraud cases brought on behalf of the State of South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for prosecution of a range of insurance fraud cases assigned or referred to the Insurance Fraud Division which may include complex, high-profile litigation and other matters that may involve substantial public safety concerns.
• Complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility, including specific rules addressing the prosecutorial function.
• Conducts legal research and prepares memoranda, discovery requests, motions and other responses, indictments and arrest warrants.
• Presents witnesses, photographs, objects, and other evidence of insurance fraud committed by the accused in court.
• Interviews witnesses, victims, and investigators.
• In consultation with the Insurance Fraud Division Director, determines the charges to be brought against the alleged perpetrator and the punishment to be sought.
• Prepares statement forms, motions, notices, proposed jury instructions, and other court documents.
• Makes, evaluates, negotiates and receives plea offers.
• Oversees or assists investigators, detectives, and other law enforcement while gathering evidence.
• Produces information and other documents to defendants or their lawyers as requested and required by the laws of the State of South Carolina.
• Explains the reason and process for certain decisions to victims or their families.
• May perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Be a member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing.
• Completion of all Rule 403 requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in insurance law and/or criminal court experience working in a Solicitor's office, Public Defender's office, or similar agency.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan (pension plan option) and Deferred Compensation Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free counseling sessions for employees and household members
• Free legal counseling
• Free financial counseling
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Compressed work weeks
• Part-time telecommuting
• Flex-time
• Free Gym Access
• Growth Opportunities
• Certifications/designation program allowing for salary increases and bonuses
• Infants at Work Program
• Free Parking