Government
Skokie, IL
Government - General Attorney in Skokie, IL
Attorney
10-10 yrs required
No
Job Title: Corporation Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
The Corporation Counsel serves as the Chief Legal Advisor to the Mayor, Village Board of Trustees, Village Manager, and senior staff of the Village. This executive-level position involves directing and coordinating all legal activities of the Village, which includes supervising litigation, interpreting laws and regulations, advising elected officials and department heads, and ensuring legal compliance across all municipal functions. The Corporation Counsel is responsible for providing strategic, high-level legal counsel to ensure compliance, protect the Village’s interests, and support policy initiatives. Key duties include:
- Serving as the principal legal advisor to the Mayor, Village Board, Village Manager, and department heads.
- Managing, directing, and supervising the Village's Legal Department, including personnel oversight and case assignments.
- Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, Village codes, administrative policies, and intergovernmental agreements.
- Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing complex contracts, including real estate transactions, development agreements, and service contracts.
- Conducting thorough legal research and preparing formal legal opinions, memoranda, and guidance documents.
- Representing the Village in civil litigation, administrative hearings, and other legal proceedings, or overseeing outside counsel.
- Assisting in drafting and interpreting Village policies and ensuring regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Advising on land use and zoning matters, public safety issues, economic development projects, labor and employment matters, and ethics regulations.
- Providing legal training and updates to elected officials, boards, and commissions.
- Collaborating with regional and intergovernmental partners on joint initiatives or legal matters.
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal trends and changes in public sector law.
Education and Experience Information:
The minimum qualifications for the Corporation Counsel position include:
- A Juris Doctorate (.) from an accredited law school.
- An active license to practice law in the State of Illinois and admission to the Illinois Bar.
- Admission to the Federal Trial Bar is preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience in local government law, with at least 5 years in a managerial, supervisory, or general counsel role.
- In-depth knowledge of municipal law, including but not limited to land use, employment law, contracts, constitutional law, and litigation.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic leadership and legal vision.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build and lead effective legal teams.
- Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
- Capacity to work collaboratively with elected officials, executive leadership, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Skilled in the interpretation and application of laws, ordinances, and regulations to real-world governance and administrative challenges.
Salary Information:
The salary range for the Corporation Counsel position is $200,000 – $250,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Village offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement pension through IMRF, and a 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
Jun 18, 2025
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