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    Litigation Attorney - Chicago, United States - State of Illinois

    State of Illinois
    State of Illinois Chicago, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Agency:
    Department of Children and Family Services

    Title:
    Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Litigation Attorney)

    Closing Date/Time: 05/29/2024


    Supervisor:
    Orlando Gonzalez


    Agency Contact:
    Michael Bernardy

    (for questions only)

    Salary:
    Anticipated Starting Salary $7,875 - $9,583 per month


    Job Type:
    Salaried


    County:
    Cook

    Number of Vacancies: 1


    Plan/BU:
    None


    A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING
    Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

    You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

    Position Overview


    The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Litigation Attorney.

    Under administrative direction, this position will present evidence on behalf of the Department at administrative hearings and service appeals, including examining and cross-examining witnesses.

    The position will interview Department witnesses and perform legal research, including reviewing federal and state statutes and local regulations, as well as relevant case law.

    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.

    Job Responsibilities


    • Presents evidence on behalf of the Department at administrative hearings and service appeals, including examining and cross-examining witnesses
    2, Interviews Department witnesses


    • Evaluates cases involving clients where the Department is seeking expunction or indication
    • Confers with Department staff, attorneys, clients, and others through personal or telephone contact and correspondence as to the interpretation and application of DCFS policy
    • Attends staff meetings and provides input relative to planning issues and staffing
    • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
    Minimum Qualifications


    • Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
    • Requires three years of experience in the practice of law
    Preferred Qualifications


    • Prefers experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law
    • Prefers experience as an attorney presenting and arguing legal cases in court and/or administrative hearings
    • Prefers substantive legal writing experience as an attorney in the areas of motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda
    • Prefers professional experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entities
    • Prefers thorough knowledge of Illinois statutes and rules that have a substantial impact on Illinois juvenile court proceedings and/or DCFS's administrative hearings
    Conditions of Employment


    • Requires the ability to pass a background check
    • Requires possession of a valid driver's license and ability to travel
    About the Agency

    DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families.

    In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.

    The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and court orders.


    Work Hours:
    Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Work Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605

    Posting Group:
    Legal, Audit & Compliance


    Revolving Door:
    Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this

    position.

    As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor ("OEIG") or may be subject to a fine.

    The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s).

    You may receive emails from the following addresses:
    * -* -Nearest Major Market: Chicago
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