Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Actions Bureau

Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Actions Bureau Job Title: Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Actions Bureau Reports to: Supervisor and Deputy Supervisor of relevant section Location: Daley Center Bureau: Civil Actions Bureau Division/Section: Placement in a particular section is dependent on level of experience and the needs of the Bureau. Salary: $94,714-$171,292. Salary is provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set and years and quality of experience. Any salary offered is determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable. Note: The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions. General Description The Civil Actions Bureau of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to join our Bureau as an Assistant State’s Attorney (ASA). The ASA represents Cook County officials and employees in a wide array of litigation matters, including advice and counsel, civil rights and torts defense, constitutional claims, labor & employment, medical malpractice defense, real estate tax matters, revenue recovery efforts, statutory litigation (including FOIA and FOID litigation and defense of County ordinances), transactions, and workers’ compensation litigation. ASAs handle their own matters, but never without the training and support they need to be successful. Duties/Responsibilities Defend Cook County officials and employees in civil actions filed against them in their official capacity. Initiate civil litigation or intervene on behalf of the SAO or any other Cook County elected official. Litigate motions, petitions, bench and jury trials in federal and state court, as well as in front of administrative bodies. Work closely with multiple county agencies and officials to represent the office and the interests of Cook County. Maintain professional relationships with people from diverse communities, work independently, and demonstrate excellent time management skills. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school. Be either a member in good standing with the Illinois bar, or eligible for admission to Illinois bar on Motion (reciprocity). Must have at least 6 years of litigation experience. Must have at least 3 years of civil litigation experience. Must have excellent organizational skills and meet all deadlines. Must have excellent legal research and writing abilities. Must demonstrate the ability to articulate sound legal arguments both orally and in writing, and articulate the rationale for decisions made. Must manage discovery effectively and efficiently, including filing appropriate objections addressing motions to quash. Must have a solid work ethic and show attention to detail and accountability. Must have the ability to work independently as well as be part of a team, including support staff and non-attorney clients. Preferred Qualifications Significant litigation experience in the areas of law and forums in which we practice. Institutional knowledge of one or more parts of Cook County government. Experience representing government clients. Experience with evidentiary hearings and preliminary injunctions. Experience working on appeals. Achievements demonstrating creative thinking and legal analysis. Working Environment In this role, the Assistant State’s Attorney will be assigned to the Daley Center in Chicago, Illinois and will be expected to attend court virtually and in person as required by individual federal and state court judges and ALJs. The ASA typically handles their case load independently, but with training and support, and opportunities for collaboration. Physical Requirements 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. Light work also requires a good deal of walking or standing, or sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, the applicant must be able to do substantially all these activities. If the applicant can do light work, we determine that they 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. EEO Message The Cook County State’s Attorney’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 . Benefits We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs. Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and referral services. Pension plan through Cook County. 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