OCJ - Law Clerk II/ Division Attorney - Criminal Division

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois
Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: LAW CLERK II—CRIMINAL DIVISION
GRADE: 16
FLSA EXEMPT
SALARY: $72,292 (Law school graduate pending Illinois licensure: $62,332)

JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES: The Law Clerk II reports to the Presiding Judge of the division. The position requires a strong commitment to access to justice, a highly professional demeanor, and sound judgment. The Law Clerk:
  • Assists judges in resolving matters before the court and in courtroom proceedings.
  • Researches and analyzes legal issues presented for brief or argument based on statutes and case law.
  • Searches for and studies legal records, documents, and law to obtain information and provide analysis applicable to case under consideration.
  • Prepares written memoranda and summaries based on research and analysis of legal issues.
  • Assists in drafting and proofreading opinions, administrative and judicial orders, professional correspondence, public information documents, and court rules.
  • Consults with judges regarding interpretation and application of law to issues and cases.
  • Monitors pending legislation as needed.
  • Assists outside counsel with litigation in which judges or court employees are parties.
  • Assists with other miscellaneous matters as required by the judges or supervisor.
  • Maintains confidentiality while performing duties.
  • Performs such other duties as may be assigned
The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree, Juris Doctor degree, and active license to practice law in Illinois.
  • Knowledge of methods of legal research and analysis of applicable law.
  • Experience with computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet, database, and legal research/writing.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work well with others and collaborate with legal and non-legal personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods in front of a computer screen
  • Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk
  • Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation
  • Strength to lift files weighing up to 20 pounds
  • Use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis
THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.

Revised: February, 2024


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