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assistant corporation counsel supervisor employment litigation division

City of Chicago, IL

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>414189</b></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><p><br>
The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor in its Employment Litigation Division. The Employment Litigation Division defends the City of Chicago and public officials against allegations of discrimination as well as other civil rights and employment law violations brought by prospective, current, and former employees.</p><p></p><p>
The Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor will work under the general supervision of the Deputy Corporation Counsel of the Employment Litigation Division and will be given a high level of responsibility for handling complex employment litigation, maintaining his or her own case load; trying cases, reviewing and evaluating cases, drafting pleadings, writing briefs, conducting discovery, and negotiating settlements.</p><p></p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></p><p>
Ideal candidates will possess:</p><p></p><ul><li>
a minimum of five (5) years of experience in federal and/or state court litigation, in employment litigation;</li><li>
admission to the Federal Trial Bar (or eligible for admission to the Federal Trial Bar pursuant to LR83.11);</li><li>
experience with jury trials and motion practice, preferably in employment litigation;</li><li>
a previous high level of responsibility for handling complex employment litigation;</li><li>
significant negotiation and settlement experience;</li><li>
exceptional writing, research, and editing skills;</li><li><p>
the ability to manage teams;</p></li><li>
the ability to work well with others;</li><li>
demonstrated history of exhibiting leadership and initiative on assigned tasks; and</li><li>
the ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines.</li></ul></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><div>
</div><ul><li>
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree</li></ul><ul><li>
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration &amp; Disciplinary Commission</li></ul><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Disclaimer </b>- &quot;Accredited&quot;<b> </b>means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org).</p><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Mandatory Submission Terms</b></p><p>
</p><p>You must submit an online application by <b>November 24, 2025 </b>including the items listed below:</p><ul><li>
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below;</li><li>
Resume;</li><li>
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);</li><li>
One writing sample (preferably including a motion for summary judgment); and</li><li>
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website at www.iardc.org (or your admitted state bar's equivalent).</li></ul><p>
</p><p>NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above.</p><p>
</p><p>NOTE: Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.</p><p>
</p><div><b>Salary: </b><b>$118,596.00 - 164,100.00</b><b> (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials)</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Click to view our generous benefits package</b></div><div></div><div><br>
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</div><div></div><div><br>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:</div><div>
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: </b>Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> Candidates experiencing trouble uploading the required documents to our system may e-mail the documents to: DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. However, uploading documents directly to your CAREERS applicant profile is our preferred method of receipt.</div><div></div><div><b>
NOTE: </b>If you have questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources (312-744-4976) or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Selection Requirements</b></div><div>
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Evaluation</b></div><div>
Your initial evaluation will be based on the documents submitted. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education &amp; Employment Verification: </b>Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Fair Chance Hiring Employer: </b>The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Residency Requirement:</b> All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Reasonable Accommodation</b>: If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.</div><div></div><div><br>
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.</div><div></div><div><br>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</div><div></div><div><br>
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
City of</b> <b>Chicago</b></div><div>
 Brandon Johnson<br>
Mayor</div></div><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Nov 10, 2025, 12:07:29 PM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 09 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $118,596.00 - 164,100.00 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor - Employment Litigation Division

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>414411</b></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><p><br>
The City&rsquo;s Department of Law is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel III (&ldquo;ACC&rdquo;) in its Constitutional &amp; Commercial Litigation Division.</p><p>
The Constitutional and Commercial Litigation Division represents the City and City officials in a broad range of constitutional and commercial matters in both federal and state courts, specializing in cases raising complex, novel, or high-profile legal issues.</p><p></p><p>
Attorneys in the Division litigate constitutional challenges to the City&rsquo;s ordinances and policies, such as First Amendment speech and religion challenges to the regulations governing Millennium Park, Second Amendment claims against City gun control measures, Commerce Clause challenges to City business regulations, and due process and equal protection claims against City laws governing the sharing economy. The Division also defends City policies and officials against lawsuits or proceedings brought under federal or state statutes, including cases asserting preemption under federal or state law. These include actions initiated by the federal executive branch or Congress. In addition, attorneys in the Division defend City zoning and land development decisions, such as construction of the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park, redevelopment of the Michael Reese Hospital site, and the enactment of affordable housing programs. Commercial matters handled by the Division span many legal and factual areas, including infrastructure, government procurement, and contracts.</p><p></p><p>
Most of the Division&rsquo;s cases involve working directly with the City departments and officials who devise or implement the policies and ordinances defended by the Division. The Division also routinely provides advice and counseling to City departments and officials concerning policy development. The Assistant Corporation Counsel will work on a broad range of issues under the general supervision of the Division&rsquo;s Deputy and Chief.</p><p></p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></p><p>
Ideal candidates will possess the following:</p><ul><li><p>
At least one (1) year of litigation experience in state or federal court in one or more of the following areas: drafting substantive motions, arguing substantive motions in court, assisting in jury or bench trials, taking or defending depositions, or clerking for a state or federal court judge;</p></li><li><p>
Superior academic achievement as shown by measures such as grade point average, class rank, honors, or participation in at least one of the following activities in law school: law review, law journal, moot court, or judicial externship or internship;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to research and analyze complex issues;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to persuasively articulate factual and legal arguments both in writing and orally;</p></li><li><p>
Experience negotiating settlements or drafting settlement agreements;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to take initiative and assume responsibility for assigned tasks;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to organize and prioritize workflow to meet deadlines;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work well with colleagues and supervisors;</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work well with client department representatives; and</p></li><li><p>
Commitment to public service.</p></li></ul></div><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><div></div><ul><li><div><br>
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree</div></li><li><div>
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration &amp; Disciplinary Commission.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Disclaimer - &quot;Accredited&quot; means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org).</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Mandatory Submission Terms</b></p><div>
You must submit an online application by <b>November 24, 2025 </b>including the items listed below:</div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above;</li><li>
Resume;</li><li>
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);</li><li>
One writing sample; and</li><li>
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar's equivalent including your state Public Record of Discipline and Pending Proceedings)</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE: </b>Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.</div><p></p><div><b>
Salary: $85,704.00 - $149,556.00 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials)</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Click to view our generous benefits package</b></div><div></div><div><br>
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</div><div></div><div><br>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: </b>Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> Candidates experiencing trouble uploading the required documents to our system may e-mail the documents to: DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. However, uploading documents directly to your CAREERS applicant profile is our preferred method of receipt.</div><div></div><div><b>
NOTE:</b> If you have questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources (312-744-4976) or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Selection Requirements</b></div><div>
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Evaluation</b></div><div>
Your initial evaluation will be based on the documents submitted. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education &amp; Employment Verification</b><b>: </b>Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If
the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Fair Chance Hiring Employer: </b>The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine
if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict
exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Residency Requirement: </b>All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Reasonable Accommodation</b>: If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate
in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable
accommodation request.</div><div></div><div><br>
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.</div><div></div><div><br>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION
MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY
EMPLOYMENT.</div><div></div><div><br>
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
City of </b><b>Chicago</b></div><div>
Brandon Johnson
Mayor</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Nov 7, 2025, 4:22:09 PM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 09 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $85,704 - $149,556 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

Assistant Corporation Counsel III - Constitutional & Commercial Litigation Division

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>413042</b></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><p><br>
The City of Chicago&rsquo;s Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel III (ACC) in the Special Federal Litigation (SFL) Division.</p><p>
The Division defends alleged civil rights violations or state law liability claims based on allegations of police misconduct or abuse of authority in both federal and state courts. The Division defends the City of Chicago against allegations such as <i>Monell </i>policy claims; and also defends sworn and civilian police personnel against allegations such as false arrest and excessive force. ACCs must have sophisticated and complex litigation skills involving extensive motion practice, client counseling, intensive fact and expert discovery, and trial practice in lower exposure cases. They work under the supervision of the Supervisors and Chiefs in their Section, and the Deputy of SFL. They will be joining a hardworking, sharp team of litigators dedicated to public service to the City of Chicago.</p><p></p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></p><p>
Ideal candidates will possess:</p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: drafting pleadings and other court documents, drafting substantive motions, arguing substantive motions, taking or defending depositions, handling evidentiary hearings, assisting in jury or bench trials, or clerking for a state or federal court judge;</p></li><li><p>
Superior writing, research, and editing skills;</p></li><li><p>
Superior communication skills (written/verbal);</p></li><li><p>
Experience counseling and advising clients;</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional organizational skills;</p></li><li><p>
The ability to work well with others;</p></li><li><p>
The ability to exhibit initiative on assigned tasks;</p></li><li><p>
The ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines; and</p></li><li><p>
Commitment to public service.</p></li></ul></div><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><div></div><ul><li><div><br>
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705)</div></li><li><div>
Good standing with your state Attorney Registration &amp; Disciplinary Commission</div></li></ul><div>
</div><div>Disclaimer - &quot;Accredited&quot; means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org).</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Mandatory Submission Terms</b></div><div>
You must submit an on-line application by <b>December 2, 2025:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above, including why you are interested in working in the Federal Civil Rights Litigation Division</div></li><li><div>
Resume;</div></li><li><div>
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);</div></li><li><div>
Two writing samples, at least one sample should include legal analysis in the form of &ldquo;legal brief&rdquo; or &ldquo;litigation sourced&rdquo; material;</div></li><li><div>
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar's equivalent including your state Public Record of Discipline and Pending Proceedings)</div></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
</div><div>NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div>NOTE: Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.</div><p>
</p><div><b>Salary: $85,704.00 - $149,556.00 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials)</b></div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Click to view our generous benefits package</b></div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div>For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:</div><div>
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</div><div></div><div><br>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:</div><div>
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</div><div></div><div><br>
NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer.</div><div></div><div><br>
NOTE: Candidates experiencing trouble uploading the required documents to our system may e-mail the documents to: DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. However, uploading documents directly to your CAREERS applicant profile is our preferred method of receipt.</div><div></div><div><br>
NOTE: If you have questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources (312-744-4976) or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Selection Requirements</b></div><div>
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Evaluation</b></div><div>
Your initial evaluation will be based on the documents submitted. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE:</b> To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education &amp; Employment Verification: </b>Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Fair Chance Hiring Employer: </b>The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Residency Requirement:</b> All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Reasonable Accommodation</b>: If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.</div><div></div><div><br>
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.</div><div></div><div><br>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</div><div></div><div><br>
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
City of</b> <b>Chicago</b></div><div>
 Brandon Johnson<br>
Mayor</div></div><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Nov 17, 2025, 3:33:30 PM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Dec 2, 2025, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 09 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $85,704.00 - $149,556.00 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

Assistant Corporation Counsel III - Special Federal Litigation Division

State of Illinois

<p></p><div><div><div><p>We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome</p>
<p><b>Reasonable Accommodation Statement</b></p>
<p>The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.</p>
<p>To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under <b>My Documents Additional Documents</b> section for each application.</p>
<p>Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.</p>
<p><b>Sponsorship for Employment</b></p>
<p>The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.</p>
<p><b>Disclosure of Salary Information</b></p>
<p>In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant&rsquo;s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant&rsquo;s wage or salary history. To that end, please <b>do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials</b>.</p>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Requisition ID:</b> GC51334</div>
<div><b>
Start Date:</b> 11/10/2025<br>
<b>Closing Date:</b> 12/11/2025<br>
<b>Agency: </b>Department of Healthcare and Family Services</div>
<div><b>
BPIS: </b>10020<br>
<b>Class Title:</b> PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015<br>
<b>Skill Option: </b>Special License - Illinois Law License<br>
<b>Bilingual Option: </b>None<br>
<b>Salary:</b> Anticipated starting salary range $9,200/monthly; Full salary range - $9,200 - $10,000/monthly<br>
<b>Job Type:</b> Salaried<br>
<b>Category:</b> Full Time<br>
<b>County:</b> Cook<br>
<b>Number of Vacancies:</b> 1<br>
<b>Bargaining Unit Code: </b>None<br>
<b>Merit Comp Code:</b> Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC010 Collective Bargaining Coverage</div><div><br>
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a <b>DETAILED</b><b> Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)</b> to the <b>MY DOCUMENTS</b> section of your application if you decide to provide one.</div><br>
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<div><b>
Why Work for Illinois?</b></div>
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Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you&rsquo;re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you&rsquo;re part of something bigger&mdash;something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.</div>
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No matter what state career you&rsquo;re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule&mdash;flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.</div>
<div><b>
Position Overview:</b></div><br>
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The Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Office of the General Counsel is seeking a dynamic and experienced legal professional to serve as an Assistant General Counsel for Litigation and Eligibility. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of law, policy, and program development&mdash;where your counsel drives innovation, compliance, and success across diverse operational areas. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance on programmatic matters, manage complex legal risks, and support cross-functional teams in achieving organizational goals.</div>
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HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.</div>
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Employees receive a robust benefit package including:</div>
<ul>
<li>Monday-Friday work schedule</li>
<li>Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)</li>
<li>Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Pension Plan</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)</li>
<li>Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.</li>
<li>New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.</li>
<li>Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.</li>
<li>(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)</li></ul><br>
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If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!</div>
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At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services.</div><br>
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HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div><div><div><div>
Essential Functions</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Serves as an Assistant General Counsel for Litigation and Eligibility by performing complex, professional, legal services for Healthcare &amp; Family Services (HFS) Deputy Counsel Litigation and Eligibility Rules Unit</li>
<li>Researches files and develops case evidence for litigation by the Attorney General in defense of departmental actions or in issues brought on by the department</li>
<li>Conducts professional legal searches and reviews of court documents, filings, and rulings</li>
<li>Conducts professional, legal research and provides legal interpretations</li>
<li>Drafts proposed legislation, amendments, resolutions, procedures, rules, and regulations for the Director&rsquo;s review</li>
<li>Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div>Minimum Qualifications</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Requires graduation from a recognized law school</li>
<li>Requires the possession of a license to practice law in Illinois</li>
<li>Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years progressively responsible legal experience in a public or private business organization</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div>Preferred Qualifications</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Three (3) years of professional legal experience interpreting and applying Illinois state and federal laws, rules and regulations</li>
<li>Two (2) years of professional experience performing legal services related to public assistance administration, policy, or law</li>
<li>Two (2) years of experience conducting legal searches and reviews of court documents, filings, and rulings to determine possible impact on policy or compliance for a public or private organization</li>
<li>Two (2) years of professional legal experience developing and presenting case evidence for litigation in defense of a public or private organization</li>
<li>Two (2) years of professional legal experience conducting legal research and providing legal interpretations to advise a public or private organization</li>
<li>Two (2) years of professional experience communicating in verbal and written form with internal and external colleagues and stakeholders</li>
<li>Two (2) years of professional experience drafting or reviewing legislation, resolutions, rules, and regulations</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div>Conditions of Employment</div>
</div><div><ul><li>Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history</li>
<li>Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop</li>
<li>Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate</li>
<li>This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings
<ul><li>The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.</li>
</ul>
</li></ul></div></div></div><div><b>Work Hours:</b> Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.<br>
<b>Work Location:</b> 401 S Clinton St, Chicago, Illinois, 60607<br>
<b>Email:</b> HFS.DPASApps@illinois.gov<br>
<b>Posting Group:</b> Leadership &amp; Management</div><br>
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The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your &ldquo;junk mail&rdquo;, &ldquo;spam&rdquo;, or &ldquo;other&rdquo; folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:</div>
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<li>donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li>
<li>systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li></ul><br>
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<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Chicago</p></div>

Assistant General Counsel - Litigation and Eligibility (Public Service Administrator Opt 8L)

Curaleaf

<div><div><p>At Curaleaf, we're redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands&mdash;including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots&mdash;offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.</p>
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Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our <i>Rooted in Good</i> initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.</p></div><div><b>
Title: Corporate Counsel, Labor &amp; Employment</b><br>
<b>Location: Corporate Office - Chicago, IL</b><br>
<b>Job Type: Full-Time</b></div><div><br>
<b>
What The Job's All About:</b></div>
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Curaleaf is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support employment litigation and provide legal guidance across our organization. This role will focus on dispute management, employment law compliance, and strategic advisory support to HR and business leaders. The ideal candidate brings a proactive mindset, strong litigation experience, and a solutions-oriented approach to legal challenges.</div><br>
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What You'll Do:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Take charge of dispute management from attorney demands, administrative agency charges, and lawsuits in state or federal court. Handle disputes in a proactive manner to achieve the best result for the company, including managing budgets with outside counsel and reporting on litigation risks internally.</li>
<li>Focus will be on employment-related disputes, but there will be opportunity to manage and assist on non-employment-related disputes, including the Company's most material commercial, regulatory, and EHS-related matters.</li>
<li>Assist in providing timely advice and counsel for all day-to-day matters to field management and field Human Resources (HR) on a broad range of employment law matters, including leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, wage and hour, termination/discipline, employee relations and ethics investigations.</li>
<li>Stay abreast of developments in federal, state, and local employment laws and employment legislation and manage compliance plans related to legislative changes.</li>
<li>Provide training to HR and field management on various employment law topics.</li>
<li>Work closely with HR to develop best practices, training, and employment strategy.</li>
<li>Assist with strategic-focused employment law compliance projects.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>What You'll Bring:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><b> </b>J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in which the attorney resides or eligibility to practice as registered in-house counsel.</li>
<li>6+ years of employment law experience including significant litigation experience gained in private practice, and/or with a large multinational corporate organization.</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of employment laws, including discrimination and employee leave matters, under federal, state, and local laws.</li>
<li> Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise, organized, persuasive manner.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently but also perform as a strong team player.</li>
<li>Superior interpersonal skills. Able to collaborate with diverse personalities. Tactful and flexible.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and anticipate business needs, being situationally pro-active.</li>
<li>Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment, exhibiting agility and sense of urgency, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li>
<li>Highly motivated and proactive; the ability to respond calmly, creatively and quickly in a fast-paced, high pressure, changing environment; takes ownership and has a strong work ethic.</li>
<li>Legal analysis, reasoning, and writing, including the ability to quickly integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions in compressed timeframes.</li>
<li>Excellent judgment and ability to assess risks and take firm positions to protect the company's interests.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to build and maintain strong relationships with relevant business groups; ability to work with a team of diverse individuals; ability to work collaboratively and as part of a Legal team that is dispersed geographically.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel as needed.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Even Better If:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Labor law experience, including union campaigns, collective bargaining, OSHA, Workers' Compensation, or experience in highly regulated industries.</li>
</ul><div><p><b>
What We Offer:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Career Growth Opportunities</li>
<li>Competitive Pay and Benefits</li>
<li>Generous PTO and Parental Leave</li>
<li>401(K) Retirement Plan</li>
<li>Life/ Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Community Involvement</li>
<li>Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts</li>
</ul>
<p><i>Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.</i></p>
<p><b>
Follow us on Social Media:</b><br>
Instagram: @curaleaf.usa<br>
Twitter: @Curaleaf_Inc<br>
LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn</p>
<p>
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) (&quot;Curaleaf&quot;) is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence</p>
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Our Vision:</b> To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.</p>
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Our Values:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Lead and Inspire.</li>
<li>Commit to Win.</li>
<li>ONE Curaleaf.</li>
<li>Driven to Deliver Excellence.</li>
</ul>
<p>Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.</p>
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.</p>
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Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.</p>
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Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.</b></p></div></div><p></p>

Corporate Counsel , Labor & Employment

National Immigrant Justice Center

<div><p><b>About NIJC</b></p><p>
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,000 pro bono attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform.</p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b>:</p><p>
NIJC seeks an energetic, visionary, and committed legal supervisor to join our detention team. We are the largest provider of legal services to detained immigrants in the Midwest. Our team provides direct representation in removal defense, appellate work before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and litigation in federal courts. We also empower immigrants to advocate for themselves through legal orientation presentations, pro se workshops, and Know Your Rights (KYR) sessions.</p><p>
In this role, the supervisor will manage a team of lawyers and/or paralegals, ensure high-quality legal services, support casework, and oversee intake with detained individuals and their families. The supervisor will collaborate with other teams, including management, litigation, policy, and communications.</p><p>
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of immigration law, especially the intersection of criminal and immigration law, and relief options for detained immigrants such as cancellation of removal, asylum, and criminal grounds of removability.</p><p>
The role will involve 30% staff management, 60% casework (independently and with supervisees as co-counsel), and 10% project management. Success Objectives will guide individual responsibilities and work volume.</p><p><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee and coordinate legal services schedule to ensure intake coverage</li><li>
Ensure timely case preparation, including case opening process, preparing filings, trial preparation, appeals, case closures, and other case management practices</li><li>
Work with the detention supervisory team to build a strong team and oversee the team's projects</li><li>
Provide recommendations based on case trends to inform project-based strategic decisions</li><li>
Maintain and develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders</li><li>
Conduct factual and legal research.
</li><li>Provide legal representation to immigrants in immigration proceedings, including before an immigration officer, an immigration judge, and in federal court, as appropriate.</li><li>
Draft correspondence and documents, including applications, briefs and reports.</li><li>
Improve delivery of legal services, including use of technology to improve efficiency</li><li>
Train lawyers and non-lawyers in the field of immigration law.
</li><li>Conduct legal presentations regarding law and case(s) to NIJC staff, managing attorney(s) and members of the immigrant community.</li><li>
Maintain accurate, thorough and timely records.</li><li>
Maintain current knowledge regarding immigration law and policies and procedures.</li><li>
React to change productively and handles other essentials duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications</b>:</p><p>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
</p><ul><li><b>Education and/or Experience</b>: A law degree (JD), license to practice law and at least 3 years' experience in the legal field, preferably in the field of immigration law, with a focus on removal defense. Applicants with significantly more experience are encouraged to apply, and total years of relevant experience will be considered as part of the final salary determination.</li><li><b>
Language Skills: </b>Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated competency in public speaking and strong interpersonal skills required. Additional non-English language skills are preferred.</li><li><b>
Computer Skills</b>: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Windows operating systems.</li><li><b>
Reasoning Ability: </b>Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Abilities Statement</b></p><p>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.</li><li>
The person in this position occasionally needs to move about the inside of the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.</li><li>
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine.</li></ul><p><i>
It is the policy of NIJC not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.</i></p></div>

Supervising Attorney, Detention Team, NIJC

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>414560</b></div><div><div>
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Description</b><div></div><p><br>
The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC I) in the Collections, Ownership and Administrative Litigation (COAL) Division.</p><p></p><p>
COAL is responsible for enforcing a significant number of municipal laws and holding individuals and entities that violate those laws accountable. Its primary mandates are to (1) enforce fines, fees, and penalties, and to collect other amounts owed to the City; and (2) determine the owners and other parties responsible for municipal law violations. COAL is also responsible for representing the City and its departments in foreclosure and lien proceedings, bankruptcy matters (including appeals to the district court), tax deed petitions, debt due and owing and ownership disputes at the City&rsquo;s Department of Administrative Hearings, and in a host of other matters. The ACC I will work under the general supervision of the Deputy, Chief, and Supervising Attorney of the Division and assist in the counseling of various Client Departments.</p><p></p><div><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></div><div>
Ideal candidates will possess the following:</div><ul><li><div>
Excellent analytical skills;</div></li><li><div>
The ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines;</div></li><li><div>
The ability to work and communicate well with others;</div></li><li><div>
Experience working with short deadlines;</div></li><li><div>
The ability to exhibit leadership and initiative on assigned tasks;</div></li><li><div>
Superior writing, research and editing skills;</div></li><li><div>
Experience providing client counseling.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Preference may be given to candidates possessing the following:</b></div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Experience in determining real property ownership;</div></li><li><div>
Experience in reviewing and analyzing property deeds, mortgages, liens and foreclosures;</div></li><li><div>
Experience in project management;</div></li><li><div>
Experience in collections matters;</div></li><li><div>
Experience in bankruptcy cases.</div></li></ul></div><div><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><ul><li><p><br>
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree</p></li><li><p>
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration &amp; Disciplinary Commission.</p><ul><li><p>
Or, if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter.</p></li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Disclaimer - &quot;Accredited&quot; means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org).</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Mandatory Submission Terms</b></p><p>
You must submit an on-line application by <b>November 24, 2025 </b>and the documents below<b>:</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below;</p><ul><li><p>
if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Resume;</p></li><li><p>
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);</p></li><li><p>
One writing sample; and</p></li><li><p>
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website art www.iardc.org</p><ul><li><p>
or, if applicable, Illinois bar exam qualification material including date of upcoming exam registration.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><div><p><br>
NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above.</p></div><div><p>
NOTE: Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.</p><p><b>
Salary: $78,108 &ndash; 130,128 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials</b></p><p><b>
Click to view our generous benefits package</b></p><p>
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</p><p>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</p><p><b>
NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS:</b> Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer.</p><p><b>
NOTE:</b> Candidates experiencing trouble uploading the required documents to our system may e-mail the documents to: DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. However, uploading documents directly to your CAREERS applicant profile is our preferred method of receipt.</p><p><b>
NOTE: </b>Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above.</p><p><b>
NOTE:</b> Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.</p><p><b>
NOTE:</b> If you have questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources (312-744-4976) or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org.</p><p><b>
Selection Requirements</b></p><p>
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.</p><p><b>
Evaluation</b></p><p>
Your initial evaluation will be based on the documents submitted. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.</p><p><b>
NOTE: </b>To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.</p><p><b>
Education &amp; Employment Verification:</b> Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.</p><p><b>
Fair Chance Hiring Employer:</b> The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago.</p><p>
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.</p><p><b>
Residency Requirement:</b> All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.</p><p><b>
Reasonable Accommodation:</b> If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.</p></div><p>
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.</p><p>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</p><p>
 The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
City of Chicago</b></p><p>
 Brandon Johnson<br>
Mayor</p></div><p></p><div><div><br>
</div></div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Nov 7, 2025, 12:20:25 PM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 09 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $78,108 &ndash; $130,128 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

Assistant Corporation Counsel I - Collections, Ownership and Administrative Litigation

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