Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor

Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor - Special Federal Litigation Division The Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor directs attorneys in the Special Federal Litigation Division. The Division defends sworn and civilian police personnel and the City of Chicago in federal and state lawsuits concerning alleged civil rights violations or state law liability claims based on allegations of police misconduct or abuse of authority. Special Federal Litigation Division attorneys practice in both federal court and the Circuit Court of Cook County. They have a sophisticated and complex practice involving extensive motion practice, intensive discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial practice. The supervisor works under the general supervision of the Division Chief and Deputy, handles and litigates higher‑exposure cases, and provides supervisory responsibilities over Assistant Corporation Counsels through all phases of their assigned cases, from trial to post‑trial motions and appeal. The supervisor will also act as a trial partner as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Seven (7) years of legal experience as a licensed attorney. Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil law, particularly municipal defense litigation, Section 1983 claims and intentional tort claims. Substantive knowledge and prior experience in the areas of federal and state civil litigation. Three or more jury trials, at least one as first chair preferred. Deposition experience. Discovery experience, including expert discovery experience. Superior writing, research and editing skills. Ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines. Exceptional client counseling skills. Exceptional supervisory skills, including coaching, counseling and training attorneys and staff. Demonstrated ability to work well with and motivate others. Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership and initiative on assigned tasks. Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree. Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705). Application Requirements You must submit an online application along with your resume, cover letter, and the following materials by December 2, 2025: Cover letter that includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting, and specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Resume. Law school transcript (official or unofficial). Two (2) writing samples. Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website at www.iardc.org (or your admitted state bar's equivalent). NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested. Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position. Salary and Benefits Salary: $118,596.00 – $164,100.00 (varies by experience and credentials). For information on benefits, visit benefits website. For salary and title structure, visit classification website. Equal Opportunity Statement The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. Anyone with prior contact with the criminal legal system is welcome to apply. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. The City of Chicago has adopted ordinances 2‑74‑020 and 2‑74‑075. Additional Information Residency Requirement: All employees must be actual residents of the City of Chicago. Reasonable accommodation requests may be made through the Department of Human Resources. The position is exempt from the Career Service. #J-18808-Ljbffr