Lead Tort Counsel Supervisor

Agnello & Rogers; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chicago is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor in its Torts Division to oversee a docket of high-exposure personal injury cases in the Circuit Court of Cook County, with emphasis on medical malpractice and related complex litigation. The ACC Supervisor leads line attorneys, handles discovery and motion practice, and acts as lead counsel at jury trials.

The role includes making settlement recommendations and mentoring staff under the direction of the Torts Deputy and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar in good standing or eligible on motion.

Responsibilities

• Lead counsel at jury trials in complex personal injury matters.
• Manage line attorneys, provide training and case reviews.
• Handle in-depth discovery and motion practice.
• Make settlement recommendations and negotiate terms.

Skills

Torts litigation

Trial experience

Legal writing

Settlement negotiations

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

The City of Chicago is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor in its Torts Division to oversee a docket of high-exposure personal injury cases in the Circuit Court of Cook County, with emphasis on medical malpractice and related complex litigation. The ACC Supervisor leads line attorneys, handles discovery and motion practice, and acts as lead counsel at jury trials.

The role includes making settlement recommendations and mentoring staff under the direction of the Torts Deputy and