Staff Attorney

Overview

The Legislative Reference Bureau is a nonpartisan legislative support services agency that provides drafting services to the Illinois General Assembly.

Responsibilities

The staff attorneys are responsible for providing legal assistance necessary to prepare bills, amendments, resolutions, and other legislative documents for General Assembly members, legislative staff, state officers, officials, and others.

Compensation

Compensated annually at a starting salary of $76,000, with benefits including paid time off, pension plan participation, deferred compensation, health, vision, and dental insurance. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday; availability required for evenings, weekends, and holidays during certain times of the year.

Qualifications

• Law degree and admission to (or eligibility for) the Illinois Bar.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong cooperation and communication with the Bureau's staff and legislative clients.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and fulfill the trust imposed by the General Assembly.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, and writing sample, and complete the Bureau’s employment application form.

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Address to Legislative Reference Bureau, Staff Attorney Search Committee, 112 State House, Springfield, Illinois 62706.

EEO Statement

The Legislative Reference Bureau is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, order of protection status, military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.