Senior Regional Counsel
6 days ago
The State of Illinois is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Regional Counsel to join our team. As a Senior Regional Counsel, you will play a critical role in representing the Department in the Circuit Court of Cook County and providing legal advice and counsel to professional staff in various divisions of the Department.
Key Responsibilities- Represent the Department in the Circuit Court of Cook County
- Provide legal advice and counsel to professional staff in various divisions of the Department
- Represent the Department in various civil and administrative hearings
- Maintain current working knowledge of new legislation, Department rules and policy, and all relevant law
- Provide legal training to Department administrators, supervisors, and staff on various topics including testifying in court
- Perform other duties as required or assigned
- Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois
- Requires three years of experience as an attorney presenting and arguing cases in court and/or administrative hearings
- Requires experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law
- Thorough knowledge of Illinois statutes and rules that have a substantial impact on Illinois juvenile court proceedings and/or DCFS's administrative hearings
- Substantive legal writing experience as an attorney in the areas of motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda
- Professional experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entities
The Department of Children and Family Services is committed to protecting children and strengthening families. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and families. As a Senior Regional Counsel, you will be part of a team that works to achieve this goal.
The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for child welfare. If you are a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Regional Counsel
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