Senior Legal Counsel

6 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States IL Dept of Children and Family Services Full time
Job Title: Special Assistant to General Counsel

Job Summary:

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a highly skilled and experienced attorney to serve as Special Assistant General Counsel. This role will provide legal advice and counsel to the Department's administrative and professional staff, as well as consult with division staff on the utilization of contractual services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and counsel to the Department's administrative and professional staff
  • Consult with division staff on the utilization of contractual services
  • Interpret court orders, statutes, and regulations for implementation by DCFS personnel
  • Advise and provide input into the implementation of specific mandates pursuant to consent decrees

Requirements:

  • Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
  • Requires three years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Preferred experience drafting contracts
  • Preferred experience providing legal counsel regarding confidentiality and/or HIPAA-related issues in a government setting
  • Preferred experience conducting legal analysis
  • Preferred experience conducting legal research and writing legal opinions
  • Preferred experience presenting and arguing legal cases in court or administrative hearings
  • Preferred experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entities

Working Conditions:

  • Requires the ability to pass a background check
  • Requires possession of a valid driver's license and ability to travel

About the Agency:

The Illinois 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. The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and court orders.



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