Civil Assistant State's Attorney – Lead Position

McHenry County State's Attorney's Office; Woodstock (IL); Remote; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent legal office as a Civil Assistant State's Attorney. This role involves researching legal issues, drafting contracts, and representing McHenry County in legal matters. Enjoy a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Remote Work Opportunity

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days

13 paid Holidays

Qualifications

• License in good standing to practice law in Illinois.
• Excellent communication, legal research, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Researching and issuing legal opinions on local government topics.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Defending and prosecuting legal actions on behalf of McHenry.

Skills

Communication

Legal Research

Writing

Education

License to practice law in Illinois

Job description

Civil Assistant State's Attorney – Lead Position

Join to apply for the Civil Assistant State's Attorney – Lead Position role at McHenry County State's Attorney's Office.

Full Time: 8:00-5:00 (flexible) / Remote Work Opportunity

Salary Range: Starting at $95,581 (depending on experience)

The McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office has an open position within our Civil Division as an Assistant State’s Attorney.

Job responsibilities may include:

• Researching and issuing legal opinions on topics involving local government
• Drafting and reviewing contracts
• Defending and prosecuting legal actions on behalf of McHenry

Qualifications

• A license in good standing to practice law in the State of Illinois
• Excellent communication, legal research, and writing skills

Preferred Prior Experience

• Experience handling state and/or federal litigation
• Background in legal areas such as planning and zoning, labor and employment, local government transparency, child support, mental health, condemnation, Illinois Counties Code, election law, real estate taxation, federal civil rights, personal injury litigation, nursing home and health law, and contracts

McHenry County offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Remote and Flexible Work Opportunity
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Accident/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Free insurance for single coverage under the H.S.A. PPO Plan
• $250 insurance waiver if medical is waived (paid quarterly)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• 13 paid Holidays

McHenry County is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant shall be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Law Practice