Senior Domestic Relations Attorney & Judicial Support Leader

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, seeks a Senior Division Attorney to support the Domestic Relations Division. The role requires leadership, legal acumen, and a commitment to access to justice.

Reporting to the Presiding Judge, you will supervise law clerks, coordinate updates, and assist judges with research and case briefings. A strong collaborative approach and professional demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and active Illinois law license required.
• Experience in and understanding of matters heard by the division judges.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the division law clerks in providing legal research to Division judges; drafts orders and opinions; verifies citations.
• Coordinates legal updates and case summaries for judges and staff across the division.
• Monitors legislation affecting the division and distributes updates quarterly.
• Presents case and legislative updates at regular judge meetings and assists in briefings on complex issues.

Skills

Collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Illinois law license

Job description

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, seeks a Senior Division Attorney to support the Domestic Relations Division. The role requires leadership, legal acumen, and a commitment to access to justice.

Reporting to the Presiding Judge, you will supervise law clerks, coordinate updates, and assist judges with research and case briefings. A strong collaborative approach and professional demeanor are essential.