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deputy supervisor special litigation unit

Cook County State's Attorney's Office

<div><p><b>Job Title</b><b>:</b> Deputy Supervisor, Special Litigation Unit</p>
<p><b>Reports to</b><b>: </b>Supervisor, Special Litigation Unit</p>
<p><b>Grade/Step</b><b>: </b>AYS/101</p>
<p><b>Salary</b><b>: </b>$172,110 Salary is provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and quality of experience. Any salary offered is determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable.</p>
<p><b>Location</b><b>:</b> 2650 S California</p>
<p><b>Bureau</b><b>: </b>Criminal</p>
<p><b>Division</b><b>: </b>Post Trial</p>
<p><b>Application Deadline:</b><b> </b>October 31, 2025</p>
<p><b>Note</b><b>:</b> The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions.</p>
<p><b>Position Description:</b>
</p><p>The Criminal Prosecutions Bureau of the Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office is seeking a Deputy Supervisor in the Special Litigation Unit of the Post Trial Division. Along with the unit Supervisor, the Deputy Supervisor will be responsible for the oversight of all activities. This is a full-time bargaining unit exempt position.
</p><p><b>Working Environment &amp; Reporting Structure:</b></p>
<p>The Deputy Supervisor will have approximately 14 ASAs as direct reports. The Deputy Supervisor will report directly to the Supervisor of the Special Litigation Unit.
</p><p><b>Duties/Responsibilities:</b></p>
<p>The Deputy Supervisor of the Special Litigation Unit works alongside the supervisor in managing the multi-faceted responsibilities. Deputy Supervisor duties include: reviewing petitions for post-conviction relief, relief from judgement and certificates of innocence filed by the defense bar and assessing their level of difficulty; assigning cases to ASAs; reviewing and editing draft briefs prior to filing; preparing ASAs for oral arguments and litigation; overseeing and training ASAs and law clerks; advising ASAs in the Special Litigation Unit and elsewhere in the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office on matters of criminal law and procedure. <b>The Deputy Supervisor shall be an effective advocate and emissary of the mission, vision and values of the Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office both with ASAs as well as criminal justice stakeholders and partners.
</b></p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>Must be able to manage the needs of both senior and junior attorneys, including caseload management, training, and support junior attorneys in pursing long-term development opportunities.
</li><li>Review collateral claims of constitutional violations in criminal prosecutions including due process/actual innocence, ineffective assistance of trial and appellate counsel, police misconduct, juvenile sentencing, and discovery violations to determine whether claims have substantive merit,
</li><li>Investigate allegations by working with investigators to interview potential witnesses, contacting former defense attorneys and prosecutors, locating surviving victims and/or family members of deceased victims and keeping them informed of court proceedings,
</li><li>Research legal issues and draft motions to dismiss, answers, and other relevant legal documents,
</li><li>Present oral arguments to the trial court as well as collaborate with courtroom ASAs and ASAs from other Bureaus in preparing and presenting evidence at evidentiary hearings
</li><li>Must have a minimum of 10 years litigation experience.
</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>Significant trial experience, strong verbal and written communication skills, solid work ethic, attention to detail, accountability, and sound judgment.
</li><li>Completed a felony review trial supervisor rotation or other supervisory experience.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Cover Letter:</b> In your cover letter, address the following questions:</p>
<p>1. Why are you interested in this particular role?</p>
<p>2. What in your professional experience has prepared you to succeed in this role?</p>
<p>3. How will you work to foster and maintain public trust in the Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office while upholding the mission, vision and values of the Office in your dealings with the ASAs, law enforcement partners, the judiciary, and other stakeholders in the criminal justice system?</p>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:</b></p>
<p>Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.</p>
<p><b>Equal Employment Opportunity:</b></p>
<p>The Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which 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. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.</p>
<p><b>Benefits</b></p>
<p>At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your well-being directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:</p>
<p>Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.</p>
<p>Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage.</p>
<p>The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.</p></div>

Deputy Supervisor, Special Litigation Unit

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Senior Assistant General Counsel, Labor &amp; Employee Discipline
</b><div>
</div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>2500032R</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Oct 9, 2025, 10:12:50 AM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Central-42 West Madison Street (Law Office)</div><div><b>
CPS Non-Union Job Grade</b><b>:</b> S10</div><div><b>
Estimated Annual Salary Range</b> <b>:</b> 100,000.00 - 133,000.00</div><div><b>
Position Type</b><b>:</b> Non-Union Position</div><div><b>
Overtime Status</b><b>:</b> Exempt</div><div><b>
Final salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.</b></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><p></p><div><br>
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments &ndash; student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.</div><div></div><div><br>
The CPS Law Department provides a full array of legal services to the Chicago Board of Education and the various departments and divisions of Chicago Public Schools. The Labor and Employee Discipline Unit (&ldquo;L&amp;ED&rdquo;) handles traditional labor law matters and appeals involving unfair labor practice charges and arbitration demands filed by labor organizations. Additionally, the Unit prosecutes employee discipline matters before administrative agencies and the Illinois State Board of Education.</div><div></div><div><br>
Job Summary:</div><div>
Reporting directly to the Deputy General Counsel, the L&amp;ED Senior Assistant General Counsel will handle traditional labor law matters involving unfair labor practice charges and grievance arbitrations filed by labor organizations. Additionally, the Senior Assistant General Counsel will lead in the prosecuting of employee discipline matters before administrative agencies and the Illinois State Board of Education.</div><p>
The Senior Assistant General Counsel will be accountable for the following responsibilities:</p><ul><li><div>
Defend the Board in labor arbitrations against various labor unions</div></li><li><div>
Defend the Board in unfair labor practice proceedings before the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board</div></li><li><div>
Represent the Board in prosecuting termination proceedings before the Illinois State Board of Education and the CPS Office of Administrative Hearings</div></li><li><div>
First-chair high-profile arbitrations, disciplinary proceedings, and termination hearings</div></li><li><div>
Provide direction and strategy on labor and employee discipline matters for various internal stakeholders</div></li><li><div>
Work closely with CPS senior-leadership clients to ensure that labor and employee discipline cases are properly handled and litigated</div></li><li><div>
Review the legality of employee relations strategies and policies utilizing a keen knowledge of federal and state statutory and case law in employment and labor areas, as well as all areas that may impact the District</div></li><li><div>
Assist in managing a team of six Assistant General Counsels and two legal support staff</div></li><li><div>
On a daily basis, advise various CPS clients, including senior leadership, Network Chiefs, and school principals on labor and employee relations matters</div></li></ul><p></p><div><br>
Required Education:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university.</div></li><li><div>
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.</div></li><li><div>
Licensed and authorized to practice law in the state of Illinois.</div></li></ul><p></p><div><br>
Required Experience:</div><ul><li><div>
Minimum of five (5) years of legal practice in the labor and employment law area is required.</div></li><li><div>
Additionally, experience in one of more of the following areas is strongly preferred: administrative law, labor relations, or state and/or federal court litigation.</div></li><li><div>
Experience with management and leadership is preferred.</div></li></ul><p></p><div><br>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</div><ul><li><div>
Strong communication skills: speaking, listening, and writing</div></li><li><div>
Ability to be a problem solver and independent worker</div></li><li><div>
Effectively litigate cases before arbitrators, hearing officers, administrative agencies, and courts</div></li><li><div>
Skills and abilities in management and leadership</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of best practices in employment and labor law, and federal and state-related law areas</div></li><li><div>
Ability to build trusting relationships with, effectively advise, and work cohesively with Officers, Senior Leaders, Department Managers, and school-based staff on a variety of high-profile issues and cases</div></li><li><div>
Highly organized with excellent time management and organizational skills</div></li><li><p>
Proficiency with Google Suite (docs, sheets, slides) and Microsoft Office</p></li></ul><p></p><div><br>
Conditions of Employment</div><div>
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:</div><div></div><ul><li><div><br>
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Senior Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employee Discipline

State of Illinois

<div><p><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>CS51054</p><p><b>
BPIS</b>:13566</p><p><b>
Start Date: </b>10/24/25<br>
<b>Closing Date:</b> 11/07/2025<br>
<b>Agency: </b>Department of Healthcare and Family Services<br>
<b>Class Title:</b> SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070<br>
<b>Skill Option: </b>Special License - Illinois Law License<br>
<b>Bilingual Option: </b>None<br>
<b>Salary:</b> Anticipated starting salary $11,500 - $13,500/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> Federally Funded, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from Collective Bargaining Coverage</p><p><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.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Why Work for Illinois?</b></p><p>
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.</p><p>
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.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Position Overview:</b></p><p>
The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Division of Child Support Services is seeking a highly qualified and motivated attorney to lead our Contract Management Bureau in the role of Deputy Administrator. This position requires the ability to monitor and enforce compliance with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations; plans, directs and evaluates the contract management operations of the DCSS.</p><p>
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and possess professional supervisory experience, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a myriad of individuals including stakeholders, the general assembly, and legislative issues staff.</p><p>
HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.</p><p></p><p><br>
Employees receive a robust benefit package including:</p><br>
<p></p><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><p></p><p><br>
If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!</p><p></p><p><br>
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. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained.</p><p>
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.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Essential Functions</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Subject to management approval, serves as Deputy Administrator for Contract Management for the Division of Child Support Services (CSS)</li><li>
Serves as a full line supervisor</li><li>
Monitors and enforces compliance with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations</li><li>
Plans, directs, and evaluates the financial management operations of the Child Support Services (CSS) and the conversion of IV-D agency policy and procedures to formal, operating status</li><li>
Plans, directs, and evaluates special projects</li><li>
Serves as agency spokesperson for the bureau&rsquo;s programs with other bureau representatives, with the Governor&rsquo;s office, and with members of the Legislature</li><li>
Directs and monitors the policy development system for the State of Illinois Title IV-D Child Support Services program</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><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></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 four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative law experience in a public or business organization</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, training staff and approving time</li><li>
Two (2) years of professional experience planning and directing the financial operations of a public or private organization</li><li>
Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting and applying state and federal law as it relates to child support</li><li>
Three (3) years of professional experience developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures for management of a child support program</li><li>
Two (2) years of professional experience providing legal advice</li><li>
Two (2) years of experience developing and maintaining working relationships with other state, local, and public agencies, and the legal community</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Conditions of Employment</b></h2></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>
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine</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><p><b>
Work Hours:</b> Monday - Friday 8:30a.m. - 5:00p.m.<br>
<b>Work Location:</b> 115 S Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603<br>
<b>Email:</b> HFS.DCSSApps@illinois.gov<br>
<b>Posting Group:</b> Leadership &amp; Management</p><p></p><p><br>
Revolving Door:<br>
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (&ldquo;OEIG&rdquo;) or may be subject to a fine.</p><p></p><p><br>
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:</p><ul><li>
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li><li>
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li></ul></div>

DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR (SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, opt 8L)

<div><p><b>***Applicants </b><b>MUST </b><b>be licensed in the state of Illinois or have passed the Bar Exam </b><b>and </b><b>be sworn into the Illinois Bar on November 5th***</b></p>
<p><b>Job Title:</b> Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney &ndash; <b>Entry Level 1-5 years&rsquo; Experience</b>, Criminal Division</p>
<p><b>Reports to</b>: Supervisor and Deputy Supervisors of the Criminal Division</p>
<p><b>Location</b><b>: </b>Criminal Prosecutions Bureau, Chicago, IL municipal courts and surrounding suburban districts including Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham</p>
<p><b>Bureau</b><b>: </b>Criminal Prosecution&rsquo;s Bureau</p>
<p><b>Division/Unit</b><b>: </b>Placement of unit is dependent on level of experience and departmental need</p>
<p><b>Salary:</b> $92,857-$105,063. Salary is provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and quality of experience. Any salary offered is determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable.</p>
<p><b>Note:</b> The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions.</p>
<p><b>General Description:</b></p>
<p>The Criminal Prosecutions Bureau of the Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney Office is seeking an entry level Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney in the Criminal Misdemeanors (City or Suburban), Domestic Violence Misdemeanors (City or Suburban), Felony Review, Juvenile Justice (Delinquency), and Traffic units.</p>
<p><b>Duties/Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>Will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney</li>
<li>Will be required to manage misdemeanor and traffic caseloads, as well as handle preliminary hearings, grand jury indictments, and bond hearings</li>
<li>Will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials</li>
<li>Work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills and be self-initiating</li>
<li>Effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community</li>
<li>Preparing misdemeanor and traffic cases for disposition</li>
<li>Litigate motions, petitions, bench and jury trials and all functions related to the aforementioned trials</li>
<li>Work with witnesses and victims to prepare for testimony, either during trial or before the Grand Jury.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school</li>
<li>Be a member in good standing with the Illinois bar</li>
<li>Must have 1 or more years of criminal law experience</li>
<li>Excellent legal research and legal writing abilities</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to articulate sound legal arguments both orally and in writing, as well as articulate the rationale for decisions made</li>
<li>A solid work ethic and show attention to detail and accountability</li>
<li>Ability to work independently as well as be part of a team, including courtroom personnel</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>3 or more years of criminal practice</li>
<li>1-2 years of prosecutorial practice</li>
<li>1-2 years trial experience either at the misdemeanor or felony level</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Working Environment:</b></p>
<p>In this role, the Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be assigned to cover geographical areas (i.e. Chicago, Suburban Courthouses, etc.) in Cook County. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be required to manage misdemeanor and traffic caseloads. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney must be able to work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills and be self-initiating. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney must be able to effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community.</p>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:</b></p>
<p>Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.</p>
<p><b>Equal Employment Opportunity:</b></p>
<p>The Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which 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. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.</p>
<p><b>Benefits</b></p>
<p>At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your well-being directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:</p>
<p>Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.</p>
<p>Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.</p></div>

Assistant State's Attorney, Criminal Division - Entry Level

Segal McCambridge

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  Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its general liability / complex litigation group in our Chicago office. This team handles high stakes product liability, catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, pharmaceutical negligence, professional negligence, transportation, construction defect and other general liability matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day management of an assigned case load while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with two office days per week.
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   Current, active license to practice law in Illinois. Dual licensure in surrounding jurisdictions (IN, MO, WI, etc.) desirable;
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   Minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience in civil defense litigation including experience drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other facets of the litigation process;
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   Trial experience desirable;
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   Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
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   Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
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   Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
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   Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
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   A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
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   Experience in federal court and handling mediations/arbitrations desirable.
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  This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial. If you are looking to be challenged and handle files independently while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please apply and include your cover letter and resume.
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  Benefits:
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   401(k) with match
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   Dental insurance
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   Employee assistance program
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   Employee discount
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   Flexible spending account
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   Health insurance
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   Health savings account
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   Paid time off
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   Parental leave
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   Referral program
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   Vision insurance
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  About the firm:
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  Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.
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Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

<b>Overview:</b><br>
The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
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The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least two (2) to five (5) years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the Illinois Bar is required.
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Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
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Although we would prefer that you have some insurance defense experience, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
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We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
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<b>Qualifications:</b><br>
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<b>Minimum Salary:</b> USD $125,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.

General Liability Associate Attorney

Maron Marvel

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 Maron Marvel's devoted attorneys and staff work in synchrony to climb higher, smarter, and faster to elevate national litigation risk management. Our lawyers are focused on winning by being fearless, loyal, efficient, and steadfast. We are equally committed to making the world and legal profession better through dedicated DEI, community service, and attorney development work.
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 From the start, Maron Marvel attorneys had a passion for superior work product, a distinctive culture rooted in mass tort litigation, and an obsession with exceptional client service. Today, with over 100 attorneys in 14offices in 12states, Maron Marvel is best-in-show in national litigation risk management and mass tort defense. The firm serves as national, regional, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies with multiple operations located in the most dangerous plaintiff jurisdictions in the country. Maron Marvel's clients come from the energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, insurance, and liability-related industries. In addition to mass toxic torts, the firm also offers legal services concerning commercial disputes and liability-related defense.
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 Maron Marvel has an immediate opening for an associate attorney to join its Chicago office. We are seeking an experienced (2-5years) civil litigator for our General Liability Practice Group and Toxic Tort Practice Group. Successful candidates will have exceptional research, writing, and litigation skills.
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   Proactive case management from start to finish in both state and federal courts
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   Drafting of pleadings, written discovery, motions, and research therefore
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   Frequent client communications and reporting
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   Comprehensive legal analysis, case evaluations, and strategy recommendations
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   Expert witness coordination and collaboration
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   Deposition, court hearing, and mediation attendance
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   Trial preparation and attendance
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   J.D. degree from an accredited law school
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   Licensed to practice in Illinois (other states a plus, but not required)
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   2-5years litigation and Toxic Tort experience in both state and federal courts
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   Demonstrated ability and desire to manage caseload proactively from start to finish
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   Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment
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   Strong research ability, written and oral communication skills
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   Strong organization and problem-solving skills
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   Desire to deliver exceptional client service and contribute to continued client development
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Associate Litigation Attorney

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