AAG: Medicaid Fraud Prosecution (Criminal & Civil)

Illinois Attorney General (IL); Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks an Assistant Attorney General to prosecute criminal cases and litigate civil cases in state and federal courts in Illinois. The AAG will handle Medicaid-related fraud matters and may participate in multi-state civil litigation with national teams.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois and have experience in civil/criminal practice, with travel as a necessity. Salary ranges with commensurate experience are provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil and criminal law with emphasis on federal civil practice.
• Prepare cases in state and federal courts and conduct trials.
• Interview witnesses, prepare pleadings and conduct research for trials.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases and litigate civil cases in Illinois state and federal courts.
• Handle civil fraud cases that might span the entire country, often on national teams with other states.
• Respond to pre-trial motions, negotiate settlements, and prepare periodic activity reports.

Skills

Civil and criminal law knowledge

Pleading and discovery practices

Trial preparation and courtroom skills

Witness interview and trial research

Ability to travel

Education

Illinois license to practice law

Job description

The Illinois Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks an Assistant Attorney General to prosecute criminal cases and litigate civil cases in state and federal courts in Illinois. The AAG will handle Medicaid-related fraud matters and may participate in multi-state civil litigation with national teams.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois and have experience in civil/criminal practice, with travel as a necessity. Salary ranges with commensurate experience are provided.