Careers

The City of Chicago Department of Law provides legal counsel and representation on behalf of the City Departments, the City Council and the residents of Chicago while upholding the principles of justice, fairness, and adherence to the law.

Our team of attorney foster an inclusive and collegial spirit deeply rooted in the highest ethical standards, and steadfast commitment to public service that reflects the needs of the communities we serve.

Why join the Law Department?

EXPECTATIONS	+	OPPORTUNITIES
Intellectually Challenging Work		Argue Appeals
Great Reputation		Conduct Trials
Commitment to Public Service		Community Involvement
Competitive Government Salary		Draft Legislation
Multiple Practice Areas		Implement Financing Strategies
In-House Training		Interact with City Officials
Professional Development		Partner with other Departments
Career Advancement		Preserve Housing
Excellent Client Contact		Prosecute Municipal Code
Balanced Workload		Provide Legal Opinions
Practice in State and Federal Court		Review & Negotiate Contracts