Senior Complex Litigation Counsel, Civil Rights

Office of the Illinois Attorney General; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

The Office of the Illinois Attorney General offers a one-year fellowship sponsored by the Progressive State Leaders Committee (PSLC). The fellow will evaluate civil litigation, draft legal arguments, and coordinate with stakeholders to protect Illinois residents' rights.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois with at least ten years post-J.D. experience and strong research/writing skills. The role includes salary and benefits coverage under PSLC terms and is contingent on funding.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• At least ten years of post-J.D. legal experience.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and interact with a diverse group.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential and pending civil litigation and develop legal strategies.
• Draft and argue complex legal arguments in state and federal contexts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advance enforcement of civil rights laws.
• Monitor changes in law and regulation to advise on their impact.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Public service

Independent work

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Office of the Illinois Attorney General offers a one-year fellowship sponsored by the Progressive State Leaders Committee (PSLC). The fellow will evaluate civil litigation, draft legal arguments, and coordinate with stakeholders to protect Illinois residents' rights.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois with at least ten years post-J.D. experience and strong research/writing skills. The role includes salary and benefits coverage under PSLC terms and is contingent on funding.