Staff Counsel
1 day ago
Job Summary
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) seeks a highly skilled Staff Counsel to join its team. As a Staff Counsel, you will play a critical role in protecting the organization's legal interests and achieving its mission and goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the CHA in all phases of eviction matters and administrative hearings, including research and writing of legal memoranda and motions.
- Propound and respond to written and oral discovery, and investigate, gather evidence, and prepare witnesses to testify at administrative hearings or eviction trials.
- Provide counseling to various CHA client departments and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree and admission to the Illinois bar in good standing.
- Minimum of 1 year of litigation experience, with strong written and oral communication skills, analytical and research skills, and time management skills.
- General knowledge of legal/trial practices and procedures in various courts, with a strong work ethic and ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, colleagues, and diverse client departments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with HUD rules and regulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make sound judgments.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary range of $80,000 - $85,000.
- A grade of S8 and exempt status.
- No union affiliation.
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and two writing samples directly to the CHA's website at careers.thecha.org.
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