General Counsel
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
Position Description The Office of State Public Defender (OSPD) will be created as an independent office within the judicial branch on January 1, 2027. The 2025 FAIR Act, Public Act 104-0300, created the Office to provide for an effective public defense system throughout the State of Illinois. OSPD is charged with implementing uniform standards for trial-level public defense; systematically evaluating local needs and capacity; offering specialized support to local jurisdictions (i.e., investigation, mitigation, and expert witness assistance); and establishing clear and equitable procedures for distributing the Public Defender Fund, among other duties to ensure consistent, equitable, and high-quality defense services. Position Description The Office of State Public Defender (OSPD) will be created as an independent office within the judicial branch on January 1, 2027. The 2025 FAIR Act, Public Act 104-0300, created the Office to provide for an effective public defense system throughout the State of Illinois. OSPD is charged with implementing uniform standards for trial-level public defense; systematically evaluating local needs and capacity; offering specialized support to local jurisdictions (i.e., investigation, mitigation, and expert witness assistance); and establishing clear and equitable procedures for distributing the Public Defender Fund, among other duties to ensure consistent, equitable, and high-quality defense services. The General Counsel is a senior level position responsible for advising the Illinois Office of State Public Defender (OSPD) on legal issues related to employment law, professional responsibility, and provision of public defense services. The General Counsel interprets state and federal law, working with considerable independence and exercising professional judgment under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Legal Aid & Defender Association
$200k
...application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Associate General Counsel Full Time Oakbrook Terrace, IL, US 12 days ago Requisition ID: 1257 Position Overview The Associate General Counsel is a senior...SuggestedFull timeContract workRemote workHome officeFlexible hours- The Office of General Counsel seeks a licensed Illinois attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel for Labor Employment within the Department of Human Services. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, this position provides comprehensive legal advice on labor and employment...SuggestedWork at office
- ...YO AI Labs seeks an experienced General Counsel with strong technology transactions experience to support a legal AI training and evaluation project. You will review contracts, perform redlining, and provide expert feedback to improve AI-generated legal analysis. This...SuggestedContract workRemote work
YO AI Labs
Springfield, IL2 days ago - Position Summary: This candidate will help manage and support the Company’s extensive real estate portfolio focusing on development projects, acquisitions, dispositions, financing and commercial leasing. Position Responsibilities:Assist real estate and business leaders ...Suggested
Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling
Springfield, IL1 day ago $160k - $185k
...in the U.S. region, you will be responsible for providing legal counsel for our various commercial real estate services business lines,... ...contract negotiation, review and drafting, risk management and general legal advice. You may assist in review of internal shared...SuggestedFull timeContract workTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWork from homeVisa sponsorshipWork visaFlexible hoursColliers International
Springfield, IL1 day ago$60 - $100 per hour
...Advise clients on corporate governance, business operations, and general corporate matters • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of... ...efforts for business transactions and corporate projects • Counsel clients on risk management, contract interpretation, and regulatory...Contract workTemporary workLocal areaRemote workLHH
Springfield, IL1 day ago- ...Act and pollution‑control regulations to serve as Chief Legal Counsel. Reporting to the Director, this role provides legal advice on... ...directs, and coordinates the operations and activities of the Deputy General Counsels • Develops and recommends policies and procedures...Permanent employmentFull timeH1bWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startFlexible hoursNight shift
State of Illinois
Springfield, IL20 days ago $110k - $130k
Job Description Job Description HeplerBroom LLC, a large defense firm, is currently seeking a licensed Associate Attorney with at least 2+ years of environmental law experience for our Springfield Office. This is an ideal opportunity for attorneys with an interest ...Work at officeHeplerbroom Llc
Springfield, IL2 days ago- ...mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances; · interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and · manage a substantive case load. REQUIREMENTS Candidates must: · be licensed to practice law...
Cassiday Schade LLP
Springfield, IL10 days ago $110k - $130k
...Attorney with 2+ for our Springfield, IL office. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys interested in gaining experience in general civil litigation, particularly in cases involving medical negligence, employment discrimination, and general tort liability. Why...Work at officeHeplerbroom Llc
Springfield, IL2 days ago$6,019 - $8,334 per month
...Office of the Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Job Title: Legal Advisor II (Attorney) Division: General Counsel Union: N/A Location: 501 S Second St, Springfield, IL – Sangamon County Salary: $6,019 to $8,334 monthly...Work experience placementWork at officeIllinois Secretary of State
Springfield, IL5 days ago$190k - $380k
...responsibilities include: active involvement and supervising outside counsel in all aspects of acquisitions, divestitures and equity... ...range posted.JOB FAMILY:Operations & Business SupportDIVISION:GENC General CounselLOCATION:United States > Abbott Park : AP06AADDITIONAL...Local areaShift workAbbott
Springfield, IL9 hours ago- ...Illinois. Legal support includes resource guidance, direct representation as well as coordinating referrals to the CCLS volunteer Counsel panel. The objective of the program is to provide quality legal counsel to individuals with little or no ability to afford such services...Full time
Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Springfield, IL15 days ago $87.13k - $108.92k
...Assistant Legal Counsel (Assistant Legal Counsel #33) Inventory # 33 Location Springfield or Chicago Union Exempt Department Legal Anticipated... ..., Legal Officer, Agency Management and program staff regarding general education law matters. Duties and Responsibilities Researches...Work at officeMonday to FridayIllinois State Board of Education
Springfield, IL2 days ago$6,019 - $7,917 per month
...Office of the Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Job Title: Legal Advisor II Division: General Counsel - Personnel Union: N/A Location: 501 S Second St, Springfield, IL - Sangamon County Salary: $6,019 to $7,917 monthly - commensurate...Work experience placementWork at officeIllinois Secretary of State
Springfield, IL9 hours ago- ...institutional investment products across public and private markets. The successful candidate will partner closely with the Associate General Counsels to assist in delivering efficient execution, maintain consistent documentation standards, and provide practical, risk-based...Full timeTemporary workInternshipLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hours
Legalandgeneral
Springfield, IL3 days ago - ...across the Biotech, Marketing, Fintech, Consumer Goods, Pharma and Technology sectors, and were interested in hearing from Product Counsel Attorneys to join us and commence their LOD journey. To join us, you will: End-to-end product counseling experience,...Full timePart timePrivate practiceLocal areaImmediate startRemote work
Consilio
Springfield, IL9 hours ago $100k - $130k
...experience in civil defense work Gain exposure to meaningful matters involving medical negligence, employment discrimination, and general tort liability Work in a role that offers real growth, strong mentorship, and the chance to sharpen your litigation skills...Full timeWork at officeOrion Placement
Springfield, IL3 days ago$88.5k - $119.48k
...people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description Summary: Rocket Software's in-house legal team is seeking a Legal Counsel to support revenue-generating activities for the Americas sales organization while providing strategic, cross-functional, business-...Full timeRemote workWorldwideFlexible hoursRocket Software
Springfield, IL1 day ago$210k - $300k
⚖️ Senior Legal Counsel (Banking Partnerships) Banking Infrastructure Platform $210,000 - $300,000 + Equity San Francisco (Hybrid) About the Company A high growth fintech is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to help structure and launch some of the...Storm2
Springfield, IL1 day ago$125.3k - $178.9k
...organization's assets, operations and image. This function provides legal counsel related to commercial, corporate securities, intellectual... ...in legal requirements or business strategies Work under the general supervision of senior attorneys and exercise sound judgment as...Full timeContract workTemporary workLocal areaImmediate startFlexible hoursCardinal Health
Springfield, IL2 days ago- Entrusted Advisors is expanding our bench of talented attorneys for remote secondment engagements. We are especially interested in attorneys with strong marketing law experience, including asset reviews, deal work, and product launches. This is an opportunity to take...Fixed term contractImmediate startRemote workFlexible hours
Entrusted Advisors
Springfield, IL1 day ago $75k - $150k
Job Description Job Description We are a growing, multi-state law firm seeking an Attorney (0–10 years experience) to handle family law and/or civil litigation matters in Central Illinois (Peoria, Bloomington, Champaign, Springfield) . This is a hybrid role ...Remote jobWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hoursO'Flaherty Law
Springfield, IL17 days ago$135k - $195k
...and other litigation documents. Participate in hearings, depositions, and trials. Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties. Manage assignments independently with minimal supervision. Assist with settlement negotiations and trial...Full timeRemote workFlexible hoursPacer Group
Springfield, IL3 days ago$150k - $200k
...both practice areas Coordinate with outside experts and co-counsel as needed Qualifications: ~3–6 years of litigation experience... ...~ Products liability experience preferred but not required — general litigators with strong fundamentals will be trained on the...Remote workStealth
Springfield, IL1 day ago- ...Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, parenting plans, and other legal documents. Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve practical, favorable resolutions without unnecessary litigation. Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and...Full timePart timeWork at officeRemote work
Viva Beverage Law
Springfield, IL22 hours ago $184k - $276k
...opportunities for transformation Serve as a Credible Peer: Serve as a credible peer who can engage partners, associates, and in-house counsel confidently Drive Pre-Sales and Adoption Conversations: Partner with Pre-Sales Engineers and Account Executives to support...Remote workRelativity
Springfield, IL4 days ago$125k - $170k
...established, multi-city insurance defense firm looking for a strong General Liability Associate Attorney to join their Pittsburgh team.... ...negotiations Communicate with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout the litigation process The annual...Remote workFlexible hoursAscendion
Springfield, IL4 days ago- Job Summary An experienced Associate Attorney to support its class action litigation practice. The role focuses on drafting class action complaints, motions, briefs, and other legal documents. Key Responsibilities Draft and review class action complaints...Remote work
Teksky LLC
Springfield, IL22 hours ago $120k - $220k
Overview: Help litigate one of California's most important emerging public health crises. Brayton Purcell LLP represents workers and families devastated by artificial stone silicosis , a rapidly growing occupational disease that has been recognized by public health...Work at officeRemote workBrayton Purcell
Springfield, IL22 hours ago
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