Job Description
Organization: Office of the Illinois Attorney General Position: Assistant Attorney General - Belleville Department: Criminal Enforcement Bureau: Criminal Prosecutions Trials Assistance
The Office of the Illinois Attorney General is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Prosecutions Trials Assistance Bureau in Belleville. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to handle a broad spectrum of criminal cases throughout Illinois.
Responsibilities:
• Handle all phases of criminal prosecutions, including investigations, presenting cases to Grand Juries, conducting preliminary hearings, and managing trials • Prepare and argue pretrial motions and post-trial motions • Manage discovery and conduct jury and bench trials • Conduct habeas corpus petition hearings in the U.S. District Court • Provide assistance to State's Attorneys across Illinois and prosecute cases developed by Office investigators
Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 years of criminal prosecution experience • Licensed by the State of Illinois • Knowledge of mental health issues and ability to manage complex cases
Salary:
Salaries start at $83,016 for attorneys with a minimum of two-years of post-graduate criminal prosecution experience, and increase based on years of experience.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a writing sample to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General in Chicago.
The Assistant Attorney General position in Belleville offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced attorneys to handle a wide range of criminal cases throughout Illinois. The Office of the Illinois Attorney General is seeking a qualified candidate with a minimum of 2 years of criminal prosecution experience and a license from the State of Illinois.
The Criminal Prosecutions Trials Assistance Bureau is responsible for investigating and prosecuting criminal offenses throughout Illinois. Prosecutors in this Bureau work closely with State's Attorneys and Office investigators to ensure justice is served. As an Assistant Attorney General, you will have the opportunity to handle all phases of criminal prosecutions, from investigations to post-trial motions.
Responsibilities of the Assistant Attorney General include conducting investigations, presenting cases to Grand Juries, conducting preliminary hearings, and managing trials. This role also involves preparing and arguing pretrial motions and post-trial motions, managing discovery, and conducting jury and bench trials. Additionally, the Assistant Attorney General may be required to conduct habeas corpus petition hearings in the U.S. District Court.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 2 years of criminal prosecution experience and a license from the State of Illinois. Candidates must also have knowledge of mental health issues and the ability to manage complex cases. Due to the nature of this role, travel throughout the state of Illinois is required.
The salary for the Assistant Attorney General position starts at $83,016 and increases based on years of experience. This is a competitive salary for experienced attorneys in the field of criminal prosecution. The Office of the Illinois Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a writing sample to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General in Chicago. The application deadline is [insert deadline date]. Don't miss this opportunity to join a dedicated team of prosecutors in the fight for justice in Illinois. Apply now for the Assistant Attorney General position in Belleville.
