Post-Graduate Law Clerk

Salary: $54,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Multiple LocationsJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 25-AAG-PGR-LCL-ANYAdministration: Chief Deputy - Attorney GeneralBureau: Govt Rep DivisionOpening Date: 10/29/2025Summary of Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Office of the Illinois Attorney General is seeking third-year law students or recent graduates intending to take or having just taken the Illinois Bar Exam to serve in a paid post-graduate law clerk position in our Office after taking the exam. The General Law Bureau represents the interests of the State of Illinois and its people in civil trial litigation. The Bureau functions as a defense law firm for the State of Illinois, its officers, agencies and employees. Examples of the areas of law include personal injury, property damage, and injunction cases, administrative hearings and reviews, declaratory judgment actions, federal and state civil rights cases and class actions.Post-Graduates will obtain and use a student practice license pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 to defend cases brought against State of Illinois agencies, employees and officers. Under the supervision of a licensed attorney, they will assist in the response to complaints, drafting of pleadings, drafting and responding to motions, managing written and electronic discovery, conducting depositions, and representing client interests in administrative hearings and various state and federal courts. Travel is required.QualificationsCandidates must have excellent research and writing skills. Ideal candidates must have strong organization and time-management skills, exercise sound judgment, and be able to work independently. Applicants must sit for and take the Illinois Bar Exam prior to their start date.Supplemental InformationSalary: Salaries for this position is $54,000 per year. Upon being sworn in to practice law in Illinois, the individual will be eligible for promotion to Assistant Attorney General, where salaries start at $82,000 per year.To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following:resume,cover letter,writing sample (litigation-type sample is preferred),law school transcript, andsigned background check authorization form.Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:Attn: Thor Y. InouyeOffice of the Illinois Attorney General115 S. LaSalle St.Chicago, IL 60603(312) 814-3695(312) 814-5024 (Fax)We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457kCommuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation programFlexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings programLife insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance availableDisability coverageEmployee Assistance Program through ComPsychHolidays: 13 1/2 paidVacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, proratedPersonal days: 4 annuallyFloating Holiday: 1 annuallySick days: 1 per monthFor attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal EducationSemi-monthly payroll*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthlyFor more information on benefits:01Have you worked in our office before?YesNo02If you were previously employed by our office, please state which bureau or division, and the dates of service:03If your name has changed since you were employed with our office, pelase state previous name under which you were employed.04Are you currently employed?YesNo05If you are presently employed, may we contact your current employer?YesNo06Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration status?YesNo07On what date would you be available for work?08What is your desired or expected annual salary?09Can you travel if a job requires it?10Do you have a valid Illinois Driver's License?YesNo11Are you a veteran of the U.S. military service?YesNo12If yes, which branch?13What were your dates of military service?14Are you currently in compliance with all the state and federal income tax requirements?YesNo15If your answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," please attach a signed, detailed explanation.• Have you ever been fired from a job? (Downsize/layoff is not applicable.)YesNo16Have you ever pled guilty to or been convicted of any criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation?YesNo17Are you currently involved in any litigation?YesNo18Do you owe any back taxes?YesNo19Are you in arrears on child support payments?YesNo20Are you currently in default on the repayment of any educational loan?YesNo