Supervising Attorney

Role Overview

• Supervise a team of staff attorneys, paralegals, coordinators and interns
• Ensure that all intakes are processed correctly and timely
• Advise and represent clients in civil court on matters
• Negotiate resolutions with opposing counsel and opposing parties
• Manage a time-sensitive caseload
• Ensure grant reporting compliance for certain programs
• Provide supervision to interns and volunteers
• Draft, file, and present dispositive motions in court
• Monitor and interpret laws, rules, and ordinances
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois
• At least five years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Experience with consumer debt, housing matters and/or public benefits preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to CDEL’s client base, including working with older adults and people with disabilities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Enthusiastic about providing legal services throughout communities in and around Chicago
• Enjoys engaging with clients and other staff
• Desire to work with and mentor interns and pro bono volunteers
• Detail-oriented
• Creative and innovative approach to solving problems
• Works collaboratively and communicates transparently with other staff members
• Previous management experience preferred

Benefits

• health/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching
• access to Employee Assistance Program
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Chicago Bar Association Membership is provided at no cost
• annual ARDC registration fees are reimbursed
• generous personal time off policy