Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County
Deputy Chief Attorney
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
STANDARD JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY CHIEF ATTORNEY
Job SummaryAssists the Chief Attorney in all areas of litigation and other legal matters to which the Forest Preserve District (FPD) or the Board of Commissioners shall be a party. Acts as a liaison between all departments and the Chief Attorney on legal inquiries. Attends when directed all meetings of the Board and its committees. Assists with the drafting of all instruments required by the Board and the General Superintendent. Provides written opinions on all questions referred by the Chief Attorney. Provides confidential counsel to District executive and administrative staff. Supervises legal and support staff.
Typical DutiesProvides legal expertise for the FPD of Cook County in all areas of litigation. Provides the Commissioners, President, and department heads assistance in dealing with matters of a legal nature. Provides confidential legal counsel to executive and administrative staff. Acts as a liaison between the legal department and other District departments regarding legal matters. Draws up, reviews and negotiates acceptable contracts to enable the District to acquire services needed.Oversees real estate closings and condemnations, when the District is acquiring real estate for FPD purposes. May also monitor outside counsels’ work in condemnations and real estate matters.
In the absence of the Chief Attorney, attends Board and staff meetings, and meetings with the President to offer legal advice when needed. Provides written opinions on all questions referred by the Chief Attorney. Answers complaints against the District as well as other court pleadings. Appears in court to defend the District. Supervises staff in the absence of the Chief Attorney.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of law, with a Juris Doctorate and admission to practice law in the State of Illinois.Eight (8) or more years full-time work experience in areas related to the above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the theory and principles in the practice of law in Illinois. Knowledge of state, federal, local and county laws and ordinances as it relates to the area of assignment. Knowledge of the practices and policies of the legislative branch. Knowledge in the operations of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Ability to clearly, logically and effectively express verbal and written thoughts and opinions, and possess a thorough and accurate knowledge of complex concepts and vernacular.
Ability to assume responsibility for all cases and situations under designated area of assignment. Ability to provide direction, guidance and assistance in the interpretation of law and formulation of administrative policies. Possession of excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate to both clients, attorneys, judges and/or juries complex legal issues. Ability to supervise, plan, assign, coordinate and direct the work assignments of support staff. Ability to control and allocate available resources to achieve project and/or organizational goals. Must possess excellent writing skills; ability to clearly articulate legal issues and analysis. Ability to assess internal and external environment with sensitivity to highly controversial issues of political/bureaucratic nature.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
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DEPUTY CHIEF ATTORNEY
Job SummaryAssists the Chief Attorney in all areas of litigation and other legal matters to which the Forest Preserve District (FPD) or the Board of Commissioners shall be a party. Acts as a liaison between all departments and the Chief Attorney on legal inquiries. Attends when directed all meetings of the Board and its committees. Assists with the drafting of all instruments required by the Board and the General Superintendent. Provides written opinions on all questions referred by the Chief Attorney. Provides confidential counsel to District executive and administrative staff. Supervises legal and support staff.
Typical DutiesProvides legal expertise for the FPD of Cook County in all areas of litigation. Provides the Commissioners, President, and department heads assistance in dealing with matters of a legal nature. Provides confidential legal counsel to executive and administrative staff. Acts as a liaison between the legal department and other District departments regarding legal matters. Draws up, reviews and negotiates acceptable contracts to enable the District to acquire services needed.Oversees real estate closings and condemnations, when the District is acquiring real estate for FPD purposes. May also monitor outside counsels’ work in condemnations and real estate matters.
In the absence of the Chief Attorney, attends Board and staff meetings, and meetings with the President to offer legal advice when needed. Provides written opinions on all questions referred by the Chief Attorney. Answers complaints against the District as well as other court pleadings. Appears in court to defend the District. Supervises staff in the absence of the Chief Attorney.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of law, with a Juris Doctorate and admission to practice law in the State of Illinois.Eight (8) or more years full-time work experience in areas related to the above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the theory and principles in the practice of law in Illinois. Knowledge of state, federal, local and county laws and ordinances as it relates to the area of assignment. Knowledge of the practices and policies of the legislative branch. Knowledge in the operations of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Ability to clearly, logically and effectively express verbal and written thoughts and opinions, and possess a thorough and accurate knowledge of complex concepts and vernacular.
Ability to assume responsibility for all cases and situations under designated area of assignment. Ability to provide direction, guidance and assistance in the interpretation of law and formulation of administrative policies. Possession of excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate to both clients, attorneys, judges and/or juries complex legal issues. Ability to supervise, plan, assign, coordinate and direct the work assignments of support staff. Ability to control and allocate available resources to achieve project and/or organizational goals. Must possess excellent writing skills; ability to clearly articulate legal issues and analysis. Ability to assess internal and external environment with sensitivity to highly controversial issues of political/bureaucratic nature.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
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