Senior Federal Rights Litigation Counsel

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

The Illinois Attorney General’s Office invites applications for a one-year fellowship position sponsored by the Progressive State Leaders Committee (PSLC). The fellowship focuses on protecting Illinois residents’ rights through strategic civil rights and constitutional litigation in state and federal courts, with possible extension based on funding.

Salary ranges from $110,000 to $140,000, with health, dental, and vision benefits. Requires Illinois licensure and at least ten years of post‑J.D.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Minimum ten years of post-J.D. legal experience.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Commitment to public service and experience enforcing civil rights laws.

Responsibilities

• Stand up against affronts to federal laws and regulations impacting Illinois residents.
• Join and lead litigation teams protecting Illinois rights.
• Evaluate potential and pending civil litigation and develop legal arguments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advance litigation efforts and monitor regulatory changes.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. degree

Illinois bar admission

Job description

The Illinois Attorney General’s Office invites applications for a one-year fellowship position sponsored by the Progressive State Leaders Committee (PSLC). The fellowship focuses on protecting Illinois residents’ rights through strategic civil rights and constitutional litigation in state and federal courts, with possible extension based on funding.

Salary ranges from $110,000 to $140,000, with health, dental, and vision benefits. Requires Illinois licensure and at least ten years of post‑J.D.