Assistant Corporation Counsel - Legal Research

City of Springfield IL•Springfield, IL

129d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Springfield is seeking applicants for the role of Assistant Corporation Counsel - Legal Research within the Office of the Mayor, Corporation Counsel division. This position is based at the Municipal Center East, 800 East Monroe, Springfield, Illinois. The role involves advising City Council Members on legal matters, representing the City and its employees in litigation, assigning duties to support staff, conducting legal training, and performing research for City departments.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree
Valid license to practice law in the State of Illinois
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
Sound professional judgment
Commitment to ethical public service
Ability to interpret and apply statutes, regulations, and case law
Ability to prepare clear and persuasive legal documents
Ability to provide well-reasoned legal advice to agency staff and leadership
Strong communication skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments
Collaborative working style
Must be a full-time city resident (preference given)

Nice To Haves

Experience in government
Experience in administrative law
Experience in litigation
Experience in regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

Advise Springfield City Council Members on an “on-call” basis, including areas such as ordinances, statutes, and case law interpretation and application.
Represent the City and its employees in litigation, focusing on motion practice, discovery, expert witnesses, trials, and appeals.
Assign duties to secretaries and paralegals as needed.
Perform periodic training to City Council Members in pertinent areas of law, such as the Open Meetings Act and FOIA.
Perform research and advise City departments on a variety of legal issues.