City of Chicago Department of Law
Assistant Corporation Counsel II – Litigation/Regulatory/Public Utilities - Avia
City of Chicago Department of Law, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Assistant Corporation Counsel II – Litigation/Regulatory/Public Utilities - Aviation, Environmental, Regulatory & Contracts Division
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City of Chicago Department of Law provided pay range This range is provided by City of Chicago Department of Law. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $81,816.00/yr - $142,776.00/yr
The City of Chicago Law Department seeks an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (“ACC”) in the Aviation, Environmental, Regulatory & Contracts ("AERC") Division. AERC handles a wide range of regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters in areas such as aviation, procurement, public utilities, intellectual property, data sharing, and environmental protection.
This ACC will represent and counsel the City regarding a range of regulatory matters, such as public utilities, telecommunications, environmental compliance and enforcement, internet, broadband, cable TV, water and sewer, railroads, and more. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Corporation Counsel, Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel, and Supervising ACCs, this ACC will be responsible for hearings and other proceedings at the Illinois Commerce Commission, the Chicago Departments of Administrative Hearings, Aviation, and Procurement Services, and other tribunals, as well as litigation, prelitigation dispute resolution, client counseling, and other matters.
This position involves considerable research, writing (including but not limited to drafting pleadings, motions, and agreements), and collaboration with colleagues. This ACC may attend meetings and hearings at the City’s airports and other locations. This position requires creativity, flexibility, and a willingness and ability to learn complex statutory and regulatory frameworks, as well as a genuine enthusiasm for tackling challenging legal matters.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ideal candidates will possess the following:
Demonstrated academic achievement;
Legal experience and ability to litigate in court and/or administrative tribunals is preferred, but not required;
Legal experience analyzing proposed transactions for compliance with the law;
Legal experience with complex statutory and regulatory frameworks;
Legal experience researching, analyzing, drafting and/or reviewing legislation, proposed legislation, and rules/regulations;
Excellent analytical and communication skills;
Superior writing, researching and editing skills;
Exceptional client counseling and negotiation skills;
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines;
Ability to work well with others;
Demonstrated leadership and initiative on assigned tasks; and
Commitment to public service.
Qualifications
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission; or if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter.
NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested below. Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.
Application Process and Materials You must submit an online application by
November 10, 2025:
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above; or if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter
Resume;
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);
One writing sample; and
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar's equivalent including your state Public Record of Discipline and Pending Proceedings) or, if applicable, Illinois bar exam qualification material including date of upcoming exam registration.
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City of Chicago Department of Law provided pay range This range is provided by City of Chicago Department of Law. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $81,816.00/yr - $142,776.00/yr
The City of Chicago Law Department seeks an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (“ACC”) in the Aviation, Environmental, Regulatory & Contracts ("AERC") Division. AERC handles a wide range of regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters in areas such as aviation, procurement, public utilities, intellectual property, data sharing, and environmental protection.
This ACC will represent and counsel the City regarding a range of regulatory matters, such as public utilities, telecommunications, environmental compliance and enforcement, internet, broadband, cable TV, water and sewer, railroads, and more. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Corporation Counsel, Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel, and Supervising ACCs, this ACC will be responsible for hearings and other proceedings at the Illinois Commerce Commission, the Chicago Departments of Administrative Hearings, Aviation, and Procurement Services, and other tribunals, as well as litigation, prelitigation dispute resolution, client counseling, and other matters.
This position involves considerable research, writing (including but not limited to drafting pleadings, motions, and agreements), and collaboration with colleagues. This ACC may attend meetings and hearings at the City’s airports and other locations. This position requires creativity, flexibility, and a willingness and ability to learn complex statutory and regulatory frameworks, as well as a genuine enthusiasm for tackling challenging legal matters.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ideal candidates will possess the following:
Demonstrated academic achievement;
Legal experience and ability to litigate in court and/or administrative tribunals is preferred, but not required;
Legal experience analyzing proposed transactions for compliance with the law;
Legal experience with complex statutory and regulatory frameworks;
Legal experience researching, analyzing, drafting and/or reviewing legislation, proposed legislation, and rules/regulations;
Excellent analytical and communication skills;
Superior writing, researching and editing skills;
Exceptional client counseling and negotiation skills;
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines;
Ability to work well with others;
Demonstrated leadership and initiative on assigned tasks; and
Commitment to public service.
Qualifications
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree
Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission; or if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter.
NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested below. Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position.
Application Process and Materials You must submit an online application by
November 10, 2025:
Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above; or if applicable, intent to take the bar exam to obtain required Illinois Licensure indicated in cover letter
Resume;
Law school transcript (official or unofficial);
One writing sample; and
Current printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar's equivalent including your state Public Record of Discipline and Pending Proceedings) or, if applicable, Illinois bar exam qualification material including date of upcoming exam registration.
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