Assistant Corporation Counsel III

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States City of Chicago Full time
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel III

The City of Chicago's Law Department is seeking a highly skilled attorney to join our team as an Assistant Corporation Counsel III in the Federal Civil Rights Litigation Division. This division defends the City of Chicago against allegations of civil rights violations and state law liability claims in federal and state courts.

Responsibilities:
  • Defend the City of Chicago against allegations of civil rights violations and state law liability claims in federal and state courts.
  • Work under the supervision of the Supervisors and Chiefs in the Federal Civil Rights Litigation Division.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated team of litigators to provide exceptional legal services to the City of Chicago.
  • Develop and implement complex litigation strategies to defend the City of Chicago against allegations of civil rights violations and state law liability claims.
  • Conduct extensive motion practice, client counseling, and trial practice in lower exposure cases.
Qualifications:
  • 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).
  • Superior writing, research, and editing skills.
  • Superior communication skills (written/verbal).
  • Experience counseling and advising clients.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
  • The ability to work well with others.
  • The ability to exhibit initiative on assigned tasks.
  • The ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines.
Application Process:

To be considered for this position, please submit an online application along with your resume and cover letter. The cover letter should specifically identify how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Please note that failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.

Please do not submit references or additional materials other than what is specifically requested above. Submission of references and/or additional materials other than what is specifically requested above shall result in your application not being considered for the position.



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