Justice Jesse G. Reyes, First District, Illinois Appellate Court (Cook County) is seeking a judicial law clerk/secretary for his chambers. The annual salary is $96,349.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The judicial law clerk/secretary conducts legal research and assists in drafting memoranda, opinions, and orders. This position also requires performing various administrative duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Illinois. Prior appellate writing and research experience is considered highly preferred. Attention to detail, organizing skills, basic computer skills, and interpersonal skills are essential.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time. This is a professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and the ability to process and read large volumes of written documents in electronic formats. Illinois residency is required or willingness to obtain upon job offer.
Applications with resumes, writing samples, and references should be emailed to courtemployment@illinoiscourts.gov. The position will remain open until filled, but applications submitted by November 26, 2024 will be given first consideration.