Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Chicago, IL

Government

Chicago, IL

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

Min 1 yrs required

No

Key Responsibilities:

Represent Cook County officials and employees in litigation matters.
Handle own case load with support and training from colleagues.
Provide legal advice and counsel to Cook County officials and employees.
Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
Collaborate with colleagues for successful outcomes.
Manage a varied and high-volume government practice.
Competencies:

Strong writing, research, oral advocacy, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Highly organized self-starter.
Creative thinking and legal analysis.
Strong time management skills.
Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor degree with a license to practice in the State of Illinois.
Minimum 1 year of civil litigation practice (varies by section).
Experience in one or more of the substantive areas of law in which we practice.
Experience representing government clients preferred.
Experience with evidentiary hearings, preliminary injunctions, and appeals preferred.
Knowledge of Cook County government preferred.
Working Conditions:

This is a full-time position located at the Daley Center in Chicago, IL.
The position may require occasional travel to other Cook County facilities or court locations.
The position may require occasional evening or weekend work.
The position may require the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
The position may require the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
The position may require the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Salary:

The salary range for this position is $88,434 - $156,060. Any salary offer will be determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable.

Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
Department: Civil Actions Bureau
Job Title: Assistant State's Attorney - Civil Actions Bureau
Location: Chicago, IL
Classification: Full-Time
Salary: $88,434 - $156,060
Reports to: Supervisor of the relevant section

H1 and H2 Headings:

H1: Join Our Team as an Assistant State's Attorney in the Civil Actions Bureau
H2: Overview of the Position

H1: Civil Litigation Attorneys Wanted for the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
H2: Duties and Responsibilities

H1: Minimum Qualifications for the Assistant State's Attorney Position
H2: Education and Experience Requirements

H1: Equal Employment Opportunity at the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
H2: Diversity and Inclusion

H1: Comprehensive Benefits Package for Cook County Employees
H2: Investing in Our Valued Employees

H1: Key Responsibilities of an Assistant State's Attorney in the Civil Actions Bureau
H2: Representing Cook County Officials and Employees

H1: Competencies Required for Success in this Position
H2: Skills and Abilities

H1: Working Conditions and Environment at the Daley Center in Chicago
H2: What to Expect on the Job

H1: Salary Information for the Assistant State's Attorney Position
H2: Non-Negotiable Determination by the Chief of Staff

Job Summary:

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking experienced civil litigation attorneys to join their team as an Assistant State's Attorney in the Civil Actions Bureau. This is a full-time position located at the Daley Center in Chicago, IL, with a salary range of $88,434 - $156,060. The successful candidate will handle their own case load with support and training from colleagues, provide legal advice and counsel to Cook County officials and employees, and collaborate with colleagues for successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Represent Cook County officials and employees in litigation matters.
- Handle own case load with support and training from colleagues.
- Provide legal advice and counsel to Cook County officials and employees.
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
- Collaborate with colleagues for successful outcomes.
- Manage a varied and high-volume government practice.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Juris Doctor degree with a license to practice in the State of Illinois.
- Minimum 1 year of civil litigation practice (varies by section).
- Experience in one or more of the substantive areas of law in which we practice.
- Experience representing government clients preferred.
- Experience with evidentiary hearings, preliminary injunctions, and appeals preferred.
- Knowledge of Cook County government preferred.

Competencies:

- Strong writing, research, oral advocacy, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Highly organized self-starter.
- Creative thinking and legal analysis.
- Strong time management skills.

Working Conditions:

- This is a full-time position located at the Daley Center in Chicago, IL.
- The position may require occasional travel to other Cook County facilities or court locations.
- The position may require occasional evening or weekend work.
- The position may require the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- The position may require the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The position may require the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Salary Information:

The salary range for this position is $88,434 - $156,060. Any salary offer will be determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable.

Organization and Department:

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The CCSAO is a great place to work, with a focus on work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits package for employees.

Benefits:

At Cook County, we believe in investing in our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. This includes a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, a robust paid time off program, including vacation, personal, and