City of Chicago · 1 day ago
Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor - Special Federal Litigation Division
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $164K/yr
7+ years expThe City of Chicago is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor for their Special Federal Litigation Division. This role involves directing attorneys and defending police personnel and the City in federal and state lawsuits concerning civil rights violations and police misconduct.
Association
Responsibilities
Direct attorneys in the Special Federal Litigation Division
Defend sworn and civilian police personnel and the City of Chicago in federal and state lawsuits
Handle and litigate higher exposure cases
Supervise Assistant Corporation Counsel over all phases of their assigned cases throughout trial and post-trial motions, up to the appeal stage
Act as a trial partner as needed by the Special Federal Litigation Division
Qualification
Required
Seven (7) years of legal experience as a licensed attorney
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil law, particularly municipal defense litigation, Section 1983 claims and intentional tort claims
Substantive knowledge and prior experience in the areas of federal and state civil litigation
Three or more jury trials, at least one as first chair preferred
Deposition experience
Discovery experience, including expert discovery experience
Superior writing, research and editing skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines
Exceptional client counseling skills
Exceptional supervisory skills, including coaching, counseling and training attorneys and staff
Demonstrated ability to work well with and motivate others
Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership and initiative on assigned tasks
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705)
Preferred
Three or more jury trials, at least one as first chair
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
City of Chicago
The city of Chicago provides services, programs and initiatives for Chicago residents, businesses, and visitors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jill Jaworski
Chief Financial Officer
Rhett Bomher
Chief of Staff to the Chief Financial Officer, Mayor's Office
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