Principal Assistant State's Attorney - Felony

Lake County, IL; Waukegan (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote 1 day/week

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Lake County Government is seeking an experienced attorney for the Felony Trial Division in the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office. The role involves handling a felony caseload with status hearings, plea negotiations, motion practice, and trials, with a remote-work option one day per week.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois with at least three years in criminal law and strong courtroom skills. The office emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with law enforcement, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Licensed Illinois attorney with a JD from an ABA-approved law school.
• Minimum three years' experience in criminal law; prosecution preferred.
• Ability to analyze facts, use sound judgment, and litigate in a courtroom.
• Willingness to mentor less experienced attorneys in the office.
• Proficiency with courtroom technology and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Conducts felony bench and jury trials.
• Manages a felony court call.
• Takes direction from supervisors.
• Conducts felony motion practice.
• Performs comprehensive research.
• Works with SAO victim/witness counselors preparing victims, witnesses, law enforcement.
• Interacts effectively with law enforcement, colleagues and Judges.
• Handles post conviction petitions.
• Maintains time management skills and is self-motivated.

Skills

Criminal law

Criminal trials

Litigation

Courtroom technology

Analytical thinking

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (ABA-approved)

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package, and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Criminal Division of the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced attorney in our Felony Trial Division. Applicants should be prepared to handle a felony caseload that entails managing status hearings, plea negotiations, motion practice and trials. Criminal trial experience is required for this role. The State’s Attorney’s Office offers flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely one day per week.

• Conducts felony bench and jury trials
• Manages a felony court call
• Takes direction fromsupervisors
• Conducts felony motion practice
• Performs comprehensiveresearch
• Works with SAO victim/witness counselors preparing victims, witnesses, law enforcement
• Interacts effectively with law enforcement agencies, colleagues andJudges
• Handles post conviction petitions
• Maintains time management skills and is self-motivated

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must, at a minimum, meet the following qualifications:

• Licensed for a minimum of three years with significant experience in criminal law. Prior work in prosecution is preferable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of criminal law, judicial procedures, and rules ofevidence
• Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment, determine appropriate case resolutions, and litigate in a courtroom
• Willingness to mentor less experienced attorneys in theoffice
• Ability to understand and utilize technology including, but not limited to, computer knowledge, courtroom technology, and courtroom presentations

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

• Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to practice strategic thinking.
• Organization, attention to detail, and sound judgment arerequired.
• Candidates must take initiative and be adaptable to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability and punctuality are imperative for success in this role.

Education and/or Other Requirements:

• Completion of a Juris Doctorate degree program from an American Bar Association approved law school.
• Licensed Attorney in the State of Illinois.
• Licensed for a minimum of three years with significant experience in criminal law. Prior work in prosecution is preferable.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to perform the essential functions. This job description describes a general category of jobs. In order to meet the needs of Lake County Government or its departments, employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above, and any duties are subject to change at any time.

Benefits:

• Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package.
• We also offer flexible working hours and a comprehensive wellness and training program.

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening and drug testing.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.