Closing Date: 3rd December, 2025
Description:
The City of Chicago's Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel III (ACC) in the Special Federal Litigation (SFL) Division.The Division defends alleged civil rights violations or state law liability claims based on allegations of police misconduct or abuse of authority in both federal and state courts. The Division defends the City of Chicago against allegations such as Monell policy claims; and also defends sworn and civilian police personnel against allegations such as false arrest and excessive force. ACCs must have sophisticated and complex litigation skills involving extensive motion practice, client counseling, intensive fact and expert discovery, and trial practice in lower exposure cases. They work under the supervision of the Supervisors and Chiefs in their Section, and the Deputy of SFL. They will be joining a hardworking, sharp team of litigators dedicated to public service to the City of Chicago.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: drafting pleadings and other court documents, drafting substantive motions, arguing substantive motions, taking or defending depositions, handling evidentiary hearings, assisting in jury or bench trials, or clerking for a state or federal court judge;
- Superior writing, research, and editing skills;
- Superior communication skills (written/verbal);
- Experience counseling and advising clients;
- Exceptional organizational skills;
- The ability to work well with others;
- The ability to exhibit initiative on assigned tasks;
- The ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines; and
- Commitment to public service.
Qualifications:
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705)
Good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission
Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org).
