Justice Eugene E. Doherty of the Illinois Appellate Court, Fourth District, is seeking candidates for a law clerk position. The law clerk will be expected to perform legal research, analysis, and writing, and to review and assist in the drafting of judicial opinions, orders, and other legal documents.

A Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and either licensed or eligible for admission to the Illinois bar. Applicant should possess excellent research, case analysis, and writing skills.  Experience as a law clerk in a reviewing court is strongly preferred. Applicant must possess the ability to travel throughout the state, including overnight stays as required. This position requires a valid driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance to operate a personal vehicle on state business, and a safe driving record. Applicant may be required to submit additional materials and/or complete job-specific tests for the position. Substantial remote work attendance will be considered, but work on a totally remote basis is not preferred. The salary for this position is $111,899. 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, professional writing sample, an official law school transcript, and three references to edoherty@illinoiscourts.gov. Applications received by Friday, March 20, 2026 will receive first consideration.