The Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (LAF) has an opening for a Public Benefits Enrollment Paralegal. This person will work in a new community-based project serving individuals and families who live in Cook County and who may be eligible for one or more of the public benefit "safety net" programs. The start date is Nov. 1, 2010
Applicants must have a college degree, excellent oral and written skills and a commitment to social ustice. The paralegal must be willing to engage in substantial local travel within Cook County.
Send cover letter, resume and two references by Oct. 22, 2010, via email to resume@lafchicago.org.
Career Opportunities
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October 14, 2010 |
Practice News
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October 14, 2010 |
Practice News
The John Marshall Law School is seeking candidates for the newly-established Edward T. and Noble W. Lee Chair in Constitutional Law – the school’s first academic Chair position. The school will appoint a qualified Constitutional Law expert to this position, beginning in August, 2011. The deadline for applications is November 1, 2010. This Chair honors Edward T. Lee and his son, Noble W. Lee, both former Deans of The John Marshall Law School , for their shared interest in Constitutional Law, and their contributions to both the law school and legal education nationwide. Through scholarly research and published articles on relevant state and federal constitutional issues, the Chair appointee will further their legacy.
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October 5, 2010 |
Practice News
Chief Judge Stephen J. Culliton is accepting applications for two anticipated vacancies resulting from the upcoming Nov. 2 election. The vacancies are anticipated to occur upon the elections of Associate Judges Dortohy F. French and Ronald D. Sutter, who are running unopposed in the general election for Circuit Judge. These vacancies are contingent upon certification by the Illinois Board of Elections of general election results declaring French and Sutter the winners. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Nov. 3, 2010. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, licensed to practice law in this state and a resident of DuPage County. Two original applications, submitted on prescribed application form, must be filed with:
- Cynthia Y. Cobbs, Director
- Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts
- 3101 Old Jacksonville Road
- Springfield, IL, 62704-6488
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September 23, 2010
The Office of the Senate President, John J. Cullerton, is seeking highly motivated attorneys for the 2011 legislative session. This is a temporary position from January to May. All applicants must be licensed to practice law in Illinois. Attorneys will work on contract in Springfield and will be paid weekly travel expenses and a per diem to cover living expenses for those not residing in Springfield Attorneys are assigned to several Senate committees and are responsible for conducting research, drafting legislation, analyzing legislation, and drafting legal memoranda. Successful candidates must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment and must possess excellent writing skills, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to exercise independent judgment. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable insight into the legislative process Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, two professional references, and a short writing sample to the address below by October 12, 2010. Interviews will be conducted in October and early November, with hiring decisions made in late November. Information may be submitted via mail, fax, or e-mail. Please use the title “Assistant Counsel Position” in all fax and e-mail correspondence. This office is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications and not race, sex, color, disability, national origin, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or authorized alien status, or veteran status. Send Responses to: Eric M.
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August 17, 2010 |
Member Services
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July 14, 2010 |
Practice News
Justice Rita B. Garman of the Supreme Court of Illinois has begun an application process for a Circuit Court vacancy in the 11th Judicial Circuit. The vacancy was created by the upcoming retirement of Judge G. Michael Prall on November 2, 2010. Judge Prall has been a judge for the 11th Circuit since 1991. Under the Illinois Constitution, judicial vacancies are filled by Supreme Court appointment. The application process will lead to final Court approval. The applicants will undergo an evaluation and screening process. Notices of the vacancy has been posted in courthouses throughout the Circuit. The application form and instructions may be obtained by visiting the Illinois Supreme Court’s website at www.state.il.us/court and follow the instructions on the “Latest News” scroller announcing the Eleventh Judicial Circuit vacancy. Original applications must be submitted via mail to:
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April 6, 2010 |
Practice News
The Supreme Court has posted the following opening for the position of Clerk of the Supreme Court of Illinois: The Clerk of the Supreme Court is an officer appointed by the Court (Ill. Const. 1970, Art. VI, § 18 (a)), reports to the Court, and serves at the Court’s pleasure. This senior level position is the Court’s principal case processing and records manager who operates the Clerk’s main office in Springfield and a satellite office in Chicago through a staff of 14 deputies which the Clerk recruits, selects, trains, and supervises, and by planning, developing, and implementing policies and procedures necessary to execute the responsibilities of the office. As case manager, the Clerk oversees and evaluates the functioning of four distinct automated dockets, and all associated processes, to ensure compliance with Supreme Court Rules and effective tracking and scheduling of cases from initiation to issuance of mandates and final orders. Relatedly, the Clerk interprets and applies relevant rules and compiles, analyzes, and reports statistics on the Court’s case load. As records manager, the Clerk is responsible for the Court’s active and closed files and permanent records, dating to 1818. The Clerk maintains the roll of attorneys, which includes the licensing process; registers and renews professional service corporations and associations, and limited liability companies and partnerships engaged in the practice of law; files judicial financial disclosure statements required of state court judges.
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November 24, 2009 |
Member Services
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August 4, 2009 |
Practice News
Chief Judge Stephen J. Culliton has announced that the Court is accepting applications to fill a vacancy for the Office of Associate Judge of the 18th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois, DuPage County. This vacancy is a result of the retirement of Associate Judge Mark W. Dwyer. Applications to fill this vacancy will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Sept. 3, 2009. Applicants must be a United States citizen, licensed to practice law in this state and a resident of DuPage County. Two original applications, submitted on the prescribed application form, must be filed with: Cynthia Y. Cobbs, Director Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts 3101 Old Jacksonville Road Springfield, IL 62704-6488 Applications can be obtained from the Chief Judge's Office, the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts or from the Supreme Court's website: www.state.il.us/court Applications may not be submitted electronically or via facsimile.
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August 3, 2009 |
Practice News
The Fourth District of the Illinois Appellate Court is accepting applications for the vacancy of Appellate Court Clerk. Resumes (original and 7 copies) directed to the Presiding Judge must be received by the Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. on Aug. 14. The court has expressed a strong preference to fill this position by an attorney with appellate experience licensed to practice in the State of Illinois. Send resumes to: Clerk's Office 201 W. Monroe Street Springfield, IL 62701