Federal Judgeships in Central Illinois

MAY 2010
Candidates interested in applying to become a Federal District Court Judge for the Central District of Illinois please submit an application by May 17,2010.

Application and instructions can be found here: http://durbin.senate.gov/issues/crime.cfm.

View full press release: May 2010 - Federal Judgeship

POSITION AVAILABLE: Deputy General Counsel
The Illinois Department of Public Health (“IDPH”) is seeking qualified applicants for a Deputy General Counsel position in the Department’s Springfield, Illinois Office.

The Division of legal services for IDPH has a mission to deliver high quality legal services with professionalism, integrity and transparency. In pursuit of this mission, we are looking for an individual who will uphold the following values:

SERVICE. Being responsive and understanding of client needs. ETHICS. Providing our clients with ethical legal representation. EXCELLENCE. Producing superior work product on behalf of our clients. KINSHIP. Recognizing that we are team members supporting each other in times of professional and personal need.

POSITION SUMMARY: IDPH seeks a qualified attorney to serve as Deputy General Counsel. The Deputy General Counsel oversees legal staff and provides legal services for the Illinois Department of Public Health. As a full line supervisor, and working under the supervision of the General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel is responsible for assigning and reviewing the work of subordinates; providing guidance and training to staff; administering the performance evaluation system which includes counseling, the assessment of goals/objectives and recommending and imposing discipline.

The candidate selected will also serve as a Department attorney in administrative hearings, including the preparation of notices, motions, complains, orders and similar legal documents and in the presentation of oral and written evidence at such administrative hearings. The Deputy General Counsel may also be assigned by the Department to act as a liaison with the United States Attorney’s Office, Attorney General’s Office, Corporate Counsel (City of Chicago) and States Attorneys of the counties in Illinois and coordinate the communication of pertinent information regarding policies, procedures, etc., between Offices.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR LICENSURE:
This position requires a license to practice law in the State of Illinois. This is a leadership position that requires a strong working manager with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Additional requirements include a 4 year college degree; a license to practice law in Illinois, 4 years professional experience practicing law; litigation experience preferred, thorough knowledge of common law, Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to the agency programs; extensive knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial and administrative procedures and the rules at all judicial levels; and knowledge of legal methods, practices and procedures in the agency. Must possess the ability to develop and maintain effective professional and public contacts and satisfactory working relationships with others. Selected applicants will be required to complete a State of Illinois employment application (form CMS-100) and will be required to present proof of admission to the Illinois Bar.

Salary commensurate with experience and within range authorized by State of Illinois.
This position is located in Springfield, IL and no relocation costs will be paid.

For Immediate Consideration, Submit your CMS-100 and Resume to Ginger Engle by April 30, 2010.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Illinois Department of Public Health
535 W. Jefferson Street, 4th Floor
Springfield, IL 62761
Attn: Ginger Engle
217-785-2031 ofc
217-785-2038 fax
ginger.engle@illinois.gov
 

Download the CMS-100 employment application at: www.work.illinois.gov

For more information on the Illinois Department of Public Health visit our website
http://www.idph.state.il.us/

IDPH is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce

The firm of Stratton, Giganti, Stone, Moran & Radkey is looking to expand the areas of practice/service offered to its clients by way of lateral transfers and/or a merger with another small firm. The firm has an interesting and unique history, an excellent location, reasonable overhead, and a competent and professional staff. If individual attorneys or groups of up to three (3) are interested in exploring the possibilities, please contact:
Bill Moran
725 South 4thStreet
Springfield, IL 62703
Telephone: (217)528-2183
Fax: (217)528-1874
bmoran@stratton-law.com

LAND OF LINCOLN LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION, INC.
NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: STAFF ATTORNEY at the Northern Regional Office of Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation, Inc. – Immediate opening.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Include routine and complex litigation mainly in homeownership, consumer, and domestic violence/Orders of Protection areas.

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to Illinois Bar; demonstrated commitment to representation of low-income individuals. Prior legal service experience preferred.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides free legal services to low-income individuals and groups in certain types of civil cases in Central and Southern Illinois. The Northern Regional Office is located in Springfield, Illinois.

SALARY: $41,000. Excellent fringe benefits. Six months probationary period.

CLOSE DATE: Position open until filled.

APPLICATIONS: Send cover letter and resume to:
Lauren J. Pashayan
Managing Attorney
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance
Foundation, Inc.
3180 Adloff Lane, Suite 201
Springfield, Illinois 62703