Description

Position: Attorney, Supreme Court Clerk’s Office

Division: Supreme Court Clerk's Office

Salary: Minimum salary $91,844; salary at hire to be commensurate with experience

Benefits: An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, deferred compensation options, as well as vacation, sick and personal leave. Please refer to the following Benefits Information Sheet for additional details.

Reporting Relationship: Clerk of the Supreme Court

DESCRIPTION

The Office of the Illinois Supreme Court Clerk is seeking applicants for the in-person position of Attorney, Supreme Court Clerk’s Office in Springfield. This position provides necessary and valuable assistance to the Clerk of the Court and the Illinois Supreme Court. The Attorney, Supreme Court Clerk’s Office requires a strong sense of professional decorum by a highly motivated and dedicated individual with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills who can communicate effectively with court staff, attorneys, pro se litigants, stakeholders, and the public.  

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possess a high degree of verbal and written comprehension
• Express thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing
• Exhibit complex problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and editing skills
• Work independently with a high degree of accuracy

FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

         Conduct research and prepare memoranda for attorney disciplinary matters

         Manage the registration of law firms in accordance with Illinois Supreme Court Rules

         Coordinate and supervise the biannual attorney admission ceremonies

         Supervise Clerk staff to ensure completion of assigned projects

         Utilize case management software and e-filing platforms

         Develop and implement office policies and procedures

         Compile and prepare statistical reports for the Clerk

         Oversee attorney admission matters

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

At least three years of legal experience with judicial, administrative, and/or management experience preferred. Candidates must have strong information technology skills including proficiency with commonly used office software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Candidates must be graduates of law schools accredited by the American Bar Association and licensed to practice law in Illinois. 

Interested persons should submit - via email - a letter of interest, resume, and completed Judicial Branch Employment Application to: courtemployment@IllinoisCourts.gov

Applications received by Friday, April 3, 2026, will receive first consideration.

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