Associate Attorney – Local Government

Tressler LLP•Bolingbrook, IL

19h•$105,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate attorney with 2+ years of experience to join our Local Government Practice Group in our Bolingbrook, Illinois. This role offers the opportunity to provide general counsel services to local governmental entities, including municipalities, school districts, library districts, and park districts. Associates in this practice group gain hands-on experience, direct client interaction, mentorship, and exposure to a broad range of public-sector legal matters. Tressler also offers a structured Professional Development Program designed to support attorney training, mentorship, and long-term career growth. This position is based in our Bolingbrook office and offers some hybrid work flexibility.

Requirements

Active Illinois bar license required
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
2+ years of legal experience
Excellent legal writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines effectively

Nice To Haves

Experience in public sector law is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide general counsel support to local governmental entities
Handle ordinance and traffic prosecutions, administrative hearings, and related municipal enforcement matters
Counsel clients on contract review, purchasing, and procurement processes
Advise elected officials, boards, administrators, and staff on day-to-day operational matters such as board governance, land use and employment
Represent clients in civil litigation and pre-litigation disputes