Assistant Corporation Counsel III - Special Federal Litigation Division

Agnello & Rogers; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 88 000 - 154 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The City of Chicago invites applications for Assistant Corporation Counsel III in the Special Federal Litigation Division. The ACC III will handle complex civil rights and police-misconduct related matters in federal and state court, under supervision, providing strategic advocacy and client counseling.

Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar in good standing and possess strong writing, research, and organizational abilities. Public service commitment is essential.

Qualificações

• Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion).
• In good standing with the Illinois ARDC.
• Experience handling civil rights or police misconduct matters is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Defend civil rights violations and state-law claims in federal and state courts.
• Handle sophisticated litigation tasks including motion practice and discovery.
• Counsel and advise clients while maintaining public-service obligations.

Conhecimentos

Litigation experience

Pleadings & motions

Depositions

Trial practice

Research & writing

Client counseling

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Public service mindset

Formação académica

Illinois Bar admission

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

The City of Chicago's Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel III (ACC) in the Special Federal Litigation (SFL) Division.

The Division defends alleged civil rights violations or state law liability claims based on allegations of police misconduct or abuse of authority in both federal and state courts. The Division defends sworn and civilian police personnel against allegations such as false arrest and excessive force, among other things, and also defends the City of Chicago in cases involving Monell policy claims. ACCs must have sophisticated and complex litigation skills involving extensive motion practice, client counseling, intensive fact and expert discovery, and trial practice in lower exposure cases. They work under the supervision of the Supervisors, Chief, and Deputy of SFL. They will be joining a hardworking, sharp team of litigators dedicated to public service to the City of Chicago.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: drafting pleadings and other court documents, drafting substantive motions, arguing substantive motions, taking or defending depositions, handling evidentiary hearings, assisting in jury or bench trials, or clerking for a state or federal court judge;
• 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; and
• Commitment to public service.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705)
• Good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association ( www.americanbar.org ).

Salary: $88,272.00 - 154,044.00 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials)

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer.

Fair Chance Hiring Employer

The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.

Residency Requirement

All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code . Proof of residency will be required.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or [e-mail]. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson
Mayor