Law Clerk

Job Requisition ID: 50265
Closing Date: 10/28/2025
​Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title: CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: (2L-$15/Hr) (3L-$18/HR) (G-$22/Hr)
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Part Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 30
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code:

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Job Responsibility

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional regulation is looking for student law clerks who will have completed their first, second, or third years of law school by summer 2026. Preferences will be given to students who have completed their second year of law school and are eligible for their Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 licenses during the summer of 2026. This is a paid and remote position. There is flexibility around the work schedule.


Opportunities are available within the Prosecution units of General, Business, Health-Related, Medical, and Real Estate. Additional opportunities are available within the Legal Affairs units of Professional Regulations, Real Estate, Banking, Financial Institutions, Labor Relations, FOIA, and Administrative Hearing. Students will be given the opportunity to rank their preferred units, however, there is a chance selected candidates will be assigned to a different unit.


Student Law Clerks will actively participate with Prosecutors and Legal Affairs staff in all phases of the regulatory and/or disciplinary process, including: research administrative and case law, drafting legal memoranda, reviewing proposed legislation and administrative rules, drafting complaints, drafting and responding to motions, making appearances before administrative law judges at status and formal hearings, and/or attending settlements negotiations, all while gaining intimate knowledge of a variety of financial regulatory and professional Practice Acts. The various areas of regulation and professional statutes can be found on the Division's website:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Drafting legislation and rules
• Assisting in the formulation and implementation of Department policy
• Photocopying
• Filing

Employment Conditions

• Currently attending law school, not a licensed attorney in the State of Illinois
• Completion of at least one year of law school on or before 6/30/2026

Education / Degree

• Enrolled in an accredited Law School with completion of first year of law school

​Work Hours: Flexible
Work Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact: Denysha Crawford, SHRM-CP
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-524-1078
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

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:

• [email protected]
• [email protected]