Job Opportunities
LITIGATION DEFENSE ASSOCIATE
Chicago litigation boutique firm seeks motivated lawyer to join its growing team. The law firm offers an exciting compensation package, top-tier benefits, and remote work opportunities.
A successful applicant will have the following qualities:
- 1-6 years’ civil court legal experience;
- Excellent research and writing skills;
- Experience in motion practice;
- Experience in depositions;
- Problem solver eager to handle diverse cases including insurance defense, commercial litigation, construction, and employment matters.
We request that your application include a copy of your resume and cover letter and be emailed to info@francomoroney.com. Writing sample optional.
Salary range: $92,000 – $120,000/year.
PSA: TO ALL REAL ESTATE ATTORNEYS
New requirements in the Real Estate multi board purchase contract 8.0 used by local realtor boards under the “WELL AND SANITARY SYSTEM INSPECTION”
Only the following are allowed to do inspection and reports:
1. County Health Department
2. Licensed Envoronmental Health Practitioner
3. LICENSED ILLINOIS PRIVATE SEWAGE SYSTEM INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR
We at American Universal Companies have the required licenses to do both the well and septic reports required for the transaction. We cover all of Northern IL and Central IL.
Contact us to place an order at:
American Universal Companies
Don St. Germaine – Licensed practitioner
stgermainedon@gmail.com
Phone and Text: 815-354-2822
4714 North 12000 West Road
Bonfield, Illinois 60913
CITY ATTORNEY – CITY OF LOCKPORT
The City of Lockport, a historic Will County community, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a full-time City Attorney. The City employs approximately 120 employees; with 2 unions (Local 150 & MAP #75). We encourage you to apply if you are seeking to work in a collaborative team environment that strives to enhance our community!
SUMMARY:
The City Attorney performs complex executive and professional level work as chief legal advisor to the Mayor and City Council, City Administrator, City staff, as well as, various boards and commissions of the City. The City Attorney is appointed by, serves at the pleasure of, and reports directly to the Mayor and City Council. This position requires a highly experienced executive level attorney who can provide expert assistance and solid legal advice. Responsibilities include planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating a legal services program for the City. Supervision is exercised over the office’s professional and administrative support staff. See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – FAMILY LAW AND PERSONAL INJURY
Urban & Burt, LTD., an established southwest suburban Chicago law firm, located in Oak Forest, IL, seeks an associate to join our firm. Applicant must live within an easy commute to our office. The candidate should have 2 – 20 years experience. Strong background in litigation and trial skills. You must be able to work independently and handle a full case load. The ability to develop, analyze, and negotiate cases at all stages are essential qualities for this candidate. A newly licensed attorney with strong ties to our community may also be considered.
We are looking for an attorney with experience in the following areas of the law:
Family Law and Personal Injury
Your job responsibilities in the fields of Personal Injury and Family Law will include:
– Primary point of communication for clients, witnesses, attorneys, insurance adjusters, medical providers, expert witnesses, and consultants;
– Review and supervise the preparation of pleadings, discovery, motions, court orders, demand packages, and other case-related documents;
– Review and supervise the preparation of discovery and financial affidavits in Divorce cases and other case-related documents;
– Prepare for and attend trials, hearings, depositions, mediation, and other case-related meetings;
– Maintain information in our computer management database;
Experience with motions, contested hearings and trials is required.
Attorney’s who have a prior defense background will receive a strong consideration.
This position will provide a long term professional career opportunity for a candidate that possesses outstanding time management skills, is efficient and detail oriented, and has the ability to treat team members and clients with empathy and respect.
Position Hours: Full Time
Position Period: Permanent
Base Compensation: $65,000 – $120,000, plus commission. Salary based upon experience and performance. Commission paid on client revenue generated by the associate.
Employer name: Urban & Burt, Ltd.
Address: 5320 W. 159th St., Suite 501, Oak Forest, IL 60452
Website: https://www.urbanburt.com/
Firm Areas of Practice: Family Law, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, General Litigation, Wills and Estates, Probate, Real Estate, Real Estate Title *(If you have experience in any of our other areas of concentration please let us know.)
Contact name: Edmund G. Urban III
Method for Contacting Employer: EMAIL jobs25@urbanburt.com
Requested Materials: Resume Cover Letter including Salary requirements
EXECUTIVE, WINDOWED OFFICE SUITES AVAILABLE
Located at 3601 McDonough Street, Joliet, this professional building features Executive Office Suites ready for immediate occupancy. Join a community of legal professionals in this well-equipped facility.
Shared Amenities Include:
- Reception area
- Large and small conference rooms
- Break room
Several offices come furnished.
For more details, please see the attached flyer or contact:
Suzie Calvo (Caton Commercial)
Phone: (630) 606-6388
SENIOR REGIONAL COUNSEL (WAUKEGAN, IL)
Title: Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Senior Regional Counsel)
Work Location: 2133 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, Illinois, 60085-6153
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,150 – $10,150/month
Closing Date/Time: 02/19/2025
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Senior Regional Counsel. Under administrative direction, the position will represent the Department at all hearings on calendars in the juvenile courts of assigned counties, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings. Additionally, the position will evaluate, prepare, and present evidence on behalf of the Department in court and at administrative hearings and service appeals. This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families. See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply.
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY
The City of Naperville has a unique opportunity and is seeking an experienced and dedicated labor and employment attorney to join its seasoned in-house legal team, following the retirement of the attorney who held this role for 20 years. This full-time position offers the chance to manage labor and employment matters for a municipality with nearly 1,000 employees, including overseeing 12 unions. If you’re interested in representing a top-tier municipality, without the pressures of billable hours, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, pension eligibility, and a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply! See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply.
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE
Premium office space is available on the west side of Joliet. Includes legal assistant desks and use of reception area and conference room. Conveniently located on Black Road with plenty of parking. Ready for immediate occupancy. Contact Dawn (815) 723-8500 for details.
LAW STUDENT VOLUNTEER – SUMMER 2025
Typical assignments will include assisting with all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings, providing trial support to Assistant United States Attorneys, interviewing witnesses, assembling exhibits for trial, and possibly appearing in court under the supervision of an Assistant United States Attorney.
First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students are encouraged to apply. Superior research and writing skills, an eye for detail, a desire to work as part of a small team of professionals, and a commitment to fairness and integrity in the administration of the bankruptcy system are essential. Excellent opportunity for students with a background and interest in policy making, bankruptcy, administrative law, and legislation. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Interns must be able to commit to a full time schedule of 40 hours per week for 8 continuous weeks in the summer. Students are responsible for their own lodging and transportation.
See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply.
ASSISTANT STATE’S ATTORNEY POSITION(S)/CRIMINAL
Positions are open for Criminal Assistant State’s Attorneys. Criminal attorneys prosecute traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases as well as juvenile delinquency and juvenile abuse and neglect cases and perform specific duties as assigned by the State’s Attorney. See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply.
PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES JOB OPENINGS
See attached for a full job description and instructions on how to apply to all available Prairie State Legal job openings:
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER – MISDEMEANOR OR JUVENILE DIVISION
Assistant to the Will County Public Defender concentrated in the defense of indigent individuals appointed by Circuit Court Judges and Associate Judges in criminal and quasi-criminal proceedings. Includes generally, representation of clients in juvenile, mental health commitment, misdemeanor, traffic, felony and criminal contempt proceedings and related matters as assigned, using knowledge of criminal law, departmental, County of Will and the Circuit Courts of Will County policies, rules, standards and practices, including the rules of conduct and procedure as found in the statutes of the State of Illinois and the rules of the Illinois Supreme Court. Please see attached for a full job description and information on how to apply.