Torts ACC Supervisor | Lead Trial Attorney

City of Chicago Department of Law; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 122,148 - 169,020; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chicago Department of Law is seeking an Attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) Supervisor in its Torts Division. The role involves managing a docket of personal injury cases, serving as lead counsel in jury trials, and supervising legal staff.

Qualified candidates should possess significant litigation experience, including medical malpractice, and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school. The position offers a competitive salary range of $122,148.00 to $169,020.00 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a licensed attorney with personal injury litigation.
• Experience presenting and cross-examining witnesses in jury trials.
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage individual docket of cases with higher exposure.
• Serve as lead counsel in jury trials and negotiations.
• Supervise line attorneys, providing training and conducting case reviews.

Skills

Medical malpractice litigation experience

Litigation experience in premises liability

Negotiation skills

Supervision and training skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

Admission to the Illinois Bar

Job description

The City of Chicago Department of Law is seeking an Attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) Supervisor in its Torts Division. The role involves managing a docket of personal injury cases, serving as lead counsel in jury trials, and supervising legal staff.

Qualified candidates should possess significant litigation experience, including medical malpractice, and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school. The position offers a competitive salary range of $122,148.00 to $169,020.00 based on qualifications.