Job Description
The Child Support Enforcement Division of the Illinois Attorney General’s Office is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Attorney General for its Marion office. This position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload, including child support enforcement cases and other legal matters, in several counties in southern Illinois. The ideal candidate will have a passion for trial work and experience managing a high volume of cases.
As an Assistant Attorney General, you will represent the Department of Healthcare and Family Services and the Department of Human Services in court. In addition to child support enforcement, you will also handle personal injury lien recoveries, estate liens and claims, excess assistance recoveries, administrative review actions, bankruptcy cases, and other miscellaneous matters. This role requires strong litigation and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to conduct formal evidentiary hearings when an agreement cannot be reached. You will also be responsible for drafting legal pleadings and conducting legal research.
In addition to legal skills, this position also requires superior interpersonal abilities. As an Assistant Attorney General, you will need to maintain positive relationships with court officials, agency staff, and the families you serve. You will also have the opportunity to travel extensively throughout southern Illinois to represent your clients in various counties.
The starting salary for this position is $81,000, with opportunities for growth based on years of experience. To be considered for this role, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a writing sample to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. This is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some key points to highlight about this position are:
• Title: Assistant Attorney General • Division: Child Support Enforcement • Bureau: Marion Office • Salary: Starting at $81,000, commensurate with experience • Responsibilities: Handling child support enforcement cases and other litigation for the Department of Healthcare and Family Services and Department of Human Services, including personal injury lien recoveries, estate liens and claims, excess assistance recoveries, administrative review actions, bankruptcy cases, and miscellaneous matters. • Skills required: Strong litigation and negotiation skills, ability to conduct formal evidentiary hearings, drafting pleadings and conducting legal research, excellent interpersonal abilities. • Location: Travel to various counties in southern Illinois. • How to apply: Submit cover letter, resume, three professional references, and writing sample to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. • Equal Opportunity Employer
H1: Become an Assistant Attorney General for the Child Support Enforcement Division in Southern Illinois
H2: Join our team in the Marion Office and handle diverse legal cases
Some other possible headings could include:
• Take on a challenging and rewarding legal career in southern Illinois • Make a difference in the lives of families by enforcing child support laws • Utilize your passion for trial work and litigation in a fast-paced environment • Work with a supportive team and gain valuable experience in various legal matters • Enjoy competitive salary and opportunities for growth in a prestigious government agency
