Assistant Corporation Counsel III - Torts Division

ABOUT THE ROLE The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for its Torts Division. The role involves an active civil defense litigation and trial practice, focusing on either personal injury defense or medical malpractice defense depending on applicant experience and division needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Engage in active civil defense litigation, discovery, and motion practice. - Retain and depose medical and other subject-matter experts. - Participate in hearings and jury trials. - Make case recommendations and participate in settlement negotiations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree. - Admission to the Illinois Bar, or eligibility for admission on motion pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705. - Good standing with the state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Interest or experience in litigation, trial work, and medical damages. - Effective communication, legal research, and writing skills. - Ability to take initiative, manage workflows, meet deadlines, and work well with others. - Must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago (proof of residency required). - Position is exempt from the Career Service. - All references to political sponsorship or recommendation must be omitted from application materials. - Subject to a background check upon conditional offer of employment (Fair Chance Hiring employer). SELECTION PROCESS - Initial evaluation is based strictly on the submitted application documents. - No second-party applications will be accepted. - Applicants must complete an interview. - The candidate possessing the qualifications best suited for the responsibilities will be selected. - Educational and employment history verification is required prior to final hiring. HOW TO APPLY 1. Submit an online application by August 26, 2026 (external closing date is August 27, 2026). 2. Include a cover letter specifically identifying how you meet the minimum qualifications and knowledge/skills. The cover letter must include the position title and job number. 3. Include a resume detailing educational background, work experience, job titles, dates of employment, and specific duties. 4. Include a law school transcript (official or unofficial). 5. Include one writing sample. 6. Include a current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar equivalent). - Do not upload unrequested materials. Failure to submit all required items will result in disqualification. - Use Google Chrome to resolve technical issues. - If experiencing upload trouble, email documents to DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org, though direct upload to the CAREERS profile is preferred. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Generous benefits package is provided. - Employment may qualify for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. - The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. - Reasonable accommodations for the application process can be requested via the Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. - For general questions, contact the Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976 or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org.