OCJ - Law Clerk II - Information Services

2 months ago

Chicago, United States Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOISJOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:              LAW CLERK II (Information Services)
                                    FLSA EXEMPT
GRADE:                    16
SALARY:                    $67,389
                                     

JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES: The Law Clerk II reports to the Director of Research and Evaluation for the Information Services Division for the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit of Cook County or as otherwise assigned. The position requires a strong commitment to access to justice, a highly professional demeanor, and sound judgment. The Law Clerk:
  • Assists the department with legal evaluation of case processing across all case types to ensure compliance with Illinois Supreme Court Time Standards.
  • Assists the department with internal audits of docket entries of judicial orders in the Clerk’s case management system.
  • Review judicial orders to ensure orders are accurately entered into the court clerk’s electronic docket and make recommendations for corrective actions or improvements.
  • Searches for and studies the law, court rules, court orders, legal records, and documents to obtain information and provide analysis applicable to proper procedures for case processing.
  • In addition to reviewing electronic records, travel to any of the courthouses may be required to inspect physical files.
  • Identifies bottlenecks and makes recommendations to promote efficiency of operation.
  • Prepares written memoranda, summaries and recommendations based on research and analysis of docket entry issues and case processing issues that contribute to inaccuracies in docket entries or delay in disposition of cases.
  • Interacts with Department heads, presiding judges, judges and court clerks in an effort to correct the electronic record when inaccuracies or omissions are identified and to improve case processing to achieve a more timely disposition of a case.
  • Assists with other miscellaneous matters as required by the judges or supervisor.
  • Maintains confidentiality while performing duties.
  • Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
 JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree, Juris Doctor degree, and active license to practice law in Illinois.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in criminal law or civil law practice preferred or significant experience in support role in legal field prior to law school.
  • Knowledge of methods of legal research and analysis of applicable law.
  • Experience with computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet, database, and legal research/writing.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work with others in a professional and collegial manner and collaborate with legal and non-legal personnel.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods in front of a computer screen
  • Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk
  • Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation
  • Strength to lift files weighing up to 20 pounds
  • Use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis

This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.  Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment. 

 THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment.  No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Revised: July, 2024
 

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