Assistant Corporation Counsel – Legal Research

The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctorate degree and possess a valid license to practice law in the State of Illinois. They will demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities, along with sound professional judgment and a commitment to ethical public service. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and apply statutes, regulations, and case law; prepare clear and persuasive legal documents; and provide well-reasoned legal advice to agency staff and leadership. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple assignments, and a collaborative working style are essential. Experience in government, administrative law, litigation, or regulatory compliance is highly desirable. Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

In this role you will:

• Advise Springfield City Council Members on an “on-call” basis. Areas of frequent advisement include officials and creation of ordinances and interpretation and application of statues and case law.
• Represent the City and its employees in litigation. This work emphasizes motion practice, all pf discovery, expert witnesses, trains and appeals.
• Assign duties to secretaries and paralegals as needed.
• Perform periodic training to City Council Members in pertinent areas of law, i.e. Open Meetings Act, FOIA, etc.
• Perform research and advise City departments on a variety of legal issues.