Assistant General Counsel, Federal Litigation
Chicago Public SchoolsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted March 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Chicago Public Schools is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people.
Job Description
Chicago Public Schools is seeking an Assistant General Counsel, Federal Litigation to represent the Board and its employees in civil suits filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
Requirements
- Manage active litigation caseload and serve as counsel on cases in which the Board and/or employees are named defendants
- Collaborate with Senior Assistant General Counsel, fellow Assistant General Counsels, and support staff on litigation strategy and overall case management
- Provide client counseling, advice, guidance and support across a network of schools and departments
- Review and edit written work product
- Analyze case value and make recommendations on case resolutions
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
- Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
- Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life