Civil Rights & Federal Litigation Attorney

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chicago's Law Department seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel III for the Special Federal Litigation Division. The role involves defending civil rights and police misconduct claims in federal and state courts, with extensive motion practice, discovery, and trial work under supervision.

The ACC III will join a committed, public-service oriented team serving the City of Chicago. Qualified candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar and in good standing, with strong writing,

Qualifications

• Admitted to Illinois Bar or eligible for admission on motion per Rule 705.
• In good standing with ARDC.
• Experience in civil rights or police misconduct litigation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Defend civil rights and police misconduct claims in federal and state courts.
• Handle extensive motion practice and discovery.
• Counsel clients and coordinate with supervisors in the Special Federal Litigation Division.

Skills

Litigation

Writing skills

Communication

Counseling clients

Organization

Teamwork

Initiative

Deadline management

Public service

Education

Admission to Illinois Bar

ARDC good standing

Job description

The City of Chicago's Law Department seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel III for the Special Federal Litigation Division. The role involves defending civil rights and police misconduct claims in federal and state courts, with extensive motion practice, discovery, and trial work under supervision.

The ACC III will join a committed, public-service oriented team serving the City of Chicago. Qualified candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar and in good standing, with strong writing,