Child Protection Assistant State’s Attorney

Cook-County-State; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: vacation/personal/sick leave

PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan

Job summary

The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in Chicago seeks an Assistant State’s Attorney, Child Protection Division, to manage daily court calls and handle all aspects of child protection matters, including adjudication of abuse, neglect, and termination of parental rights trials.

This full-time bargaining unit exempt position requires a Juris Doctor and at least three years of licensed attorney experience, with strong litigation and writing skills; on-site work and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Significant litigation experience is required.
• Experience in child welfare or family law is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily court calls for child protection cases.
• Handle adjudication of abuse/neglect petitions and termination of parental rights trials.
• Conduct motion practice and permanency hearings; interact with diverse stakeholders.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution

Job description

The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in Chicago seeks an Assistant State’s Attorney, Child Protection Division, to manage daily court calls and handle all aspects of child protection matters, including adjudication of abuse, neglect, and termination of parental rights trials.

This full-time bargaining unit exempt position requires a Juris Doctor and at least three years of licensed attorney experience, with strong litigation and writing skills; on-site work and a comprehensive benefits