Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Actions Bureau

Cook County State's Attorney's Office•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Civil Actions Bureau of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking experienced attorneys to represent Cook County officials and employees in a wide range of litigation matters and provide legal advice to county agencies. Practice areas include advice and counsel, civil rights and torts defense, constitutional claims, labor and employment, medical malpractice defense, real estate tax matters, revenue recovery, statutory litigation (including FOIA and FOID litigation and defense of County ordinances), transactions, and workers’ compensation litigation. Assistant State’s Attorneys handle their own matters with training and support from collegial, collaborative practice groups. The role may suit attorneys with established subject-matter expertise as well as those developing a particular litigation skill set. The attorney will be assigned to the Daley Center in Chicago and will attend court virtually and in person as required by federal and state court judges and administrative law judges.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Member in good standing of the Illinois bar, or eligible for admission to the Illinois bar on motion through reciprocity.
At least 5 years as a licensed attorney.
At least 3 years of litigation experience.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
Ability to articulate sound legal arguments and the rationale for decisions both orally and in writing.
Ability to manage discovery effectively and efficiently, including filing appropriate objections and motions to quash.
Solid work ethic, attention to detail, and accountability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including with support staff and non-attorney clients.
Ability to work well with people from diverse communities, manage time effectively, and take initiative.

Nice To Haves

Significant civil litigation experience in the areas of law and forums in which the Bureau practices.
Institutional knowledge of one or more parts of Cook County government.
Experience representing government clients.
Experience with evidentiary hearings and preliminary injunctions.
Experience working on appeals.
Achievements demonstrating creative thinking and legal analysis.

Responsibilities

Defend Cook County officials and employees in civil actions filed against them in their official capacity.
As assigned, initiate civil litigation or intervene on behalf of the State’s Attorney’s Office or another Cook County elected official.
Litigate motions, petitions, bench trials, and jury trials in federal and state courts, as well as proceedings before administrative bodies.
Work closely with county agencies and officials to represent the office and Cook County’s interests.
Manage assigned cases independently while collaborating with colleagues, support staff, and non-attorney clients.
Perform other duties as assigned.