What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General - Government Representation - General Law position at Office of the Illinois Attorney General?
The General Law Bureau of the Illinois Attorney General’s Office represents the interests of the State of Illinois and its people in civil trial litigation. The Bureau functions as a defense law firm for the State of Illinois, its officers, agencies and employees. In addition to its defense functions, the Bureau routinely prosecutes certain types of proceedings, such as actions to enforce labor laws, actions to insure sound banking and insurance practices, actions to enforce licensing laws, and actions to collect certain revenues owed the State. Examples of the areas of law dealt with in defense cases include personal injury, property damage, and injunction cases, administrative hearings and reviews, declaratory judgment actions, federal and state civil rights cases, class actions, bankruptcy and employment discrimination matters, contract law, construction law, tort law, securities regulations, labor law, prisoner’s rights, election law, license revocations, banking and constitutional law.
Qualifications:
The General Law Bureau is seeking attorneys with sound judgment and excellent research and writing skills. A strong candidate will have a demonstrated interest in and enthusiasm for trial work, 5 or more years of litigation experience and a demonstrated commitment to public service. Candidates must be licensed in Illinois at the time of application.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, starting salary is $76,000.
To ensure full consideration, please send cover letter and resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $76,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- license to practice law in Illinois (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $76,000