Assistant State's Attorney

Description

Our client, a local county State's Attorney Office just outside of Rockford, IL, is seeking a motivated Assistant State’s Attorney to join its prosecutorial team. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a newly licensed or early-career attorney to gain significant responsibility, including managing an independent caseload, regular court appearances, motion practice, plea negotiations, and trial work.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with local, county, and state law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute criminal offenses including: Traffic offenses, DUI and impaired driving cases, Misdemeanor offenses, F elony criminal cases, and Juvenile delinquency proceedings

• Review and evaluate police reports, evidence, and charging decisions

• Conduct arraignments, bond hearings, motion hearings, bench trials, and jury trials

• Negotiate plea agreements and make sentencing recommendations

• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, legal opinions, recommendations, and other court documents

• Provide victim and witness assistance, resources, and referrals to appropriate support services

• Provide legal advice and counsel to county officials and departments/agencies regarding legal issues affecting county operations

• Assist with Orders of Protection and related court proceedings

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $75,000 - $90,000

• Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) + match, HSA, Life Insurance, PTO, Retirement plan, Professional Development Assistance

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert - VP, Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

Requirements

• JD and active IL bar license

• 0-2+ years of experience; open to newly licensed or early-career attorneys

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and writing skills

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert - VP, Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

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