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Chief Attorney - TortsChicago Transit Authority • Chicago, Illinois, US
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Chief Attorney - Torts

Chief Attorney - Torts

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, Illinois, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited school of law and license to practice law in the State of Illinois and Federal courts, plus seven (7) years of experience as a practicing attorney, of which three (3) years of Tort experience and / or experience in state and federal court, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Required to maintain appropriate continuing legal education credits.
  • Experience with public sector procurement laws preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • Service Area Requirement : Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Detailed knowledge of applicable federal and state laws.
  • Detailed knowledge of negotiation strategies.
  • Working knowledge of the methods and practices of legal research and investigation, judicial procedure, and the rules of evidence.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including word processing functions.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills necessary for competent legal interpretation.
  • Strong managerial and administrative skills to direct and coordinate the activities of the case / transaction team.
  • Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interrelate with other Law Department staff and various levels of personnel from other Authority departments.
  • Ability to work with integrity, initiative, and the creativity to provide effective solutions to CTA issues.
  • Ability to provide legal advice in a short response time, work on many tasks simultaneously, and play increasing managerial role.
  • Ability to independently handle all matters that arise in practice area.
  • Ability to practice skills and experience to “first chair” almost every litigation matter involving the Authority.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • General office environment.
  • Makes regular site visits to non-office locations (e.g. court and accident sites).
  • EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

  • Standard office equipment.
  • Personal computer and legal related equipment and software.
  • Trial visual aids equipment, office productivity, on-line legal research, and litigation support software.
  • Employees and / or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

    Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.

    Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

    Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

    CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

    During the hiring process, CTA’s Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

    Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.

    https : / / www.transitchicago.com / hrbenefits /

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