Cook County Regional Counsel

Civicworks; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cook County Regional Counsel for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks an attorney to represent the Department in juvenile court in Cook County. You will provide legal consultation to staff, conduct legal sufficiency screenings, and stay current on laws and departmental policies to support child welfare services.

Ideal candidates hold a law degree from a recognized school, an active Illinois license, and strong research/organizational skills, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized law school.
• Valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Excellent legal research and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in juvenile court hearings in Cook County.
• Provide legal consultation to staff and conduct legal sufficiency screenings.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and Department policies.

Skills

Legal research

Organizational skills

Background check clearance

Willingness to travel

Education

Law degree from a recognized school

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

The Cook County Regional Counsel serves as an attorney for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, representing the Department at juvenile court hearings in Cook County on matters including custody, adjudication, disposition, and termination of parental rights. The position provides legal consultation to staff, conducts legal sufficiency screenings, and maintains current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and Department policies to support child welfare services.

Key qualifications:

• Graduation from a recognized law school
• Valid license to practice law in Illinois
• Excellent legal research and organizational skills
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to travel