Lead Counsel - Foia & Subpeona Response (Office of the Public Defender) - Active
Stryker Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
LEAD COUNSEL - FOIA & SUBPEONA RESPONSE (OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER) - ACTIVELY RECRUITED
Requisition ID: 00138476
Organization: Offices Under the President
Work Locations: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington
Job Posting: Feb 11, 2026, 6:10:16 AM
Closing Date: Mar 4, 2026, 1:59:00 PM
Full-time
Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M.
Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.
Posting Salary: $159,581/ Yearly
Grade: D05 - Non-Union
JOB SUMMARY Supervise and coordinate the department's responses to all subpoenas, court orders, and requests for Public Defender files. Respond to subpoenas, court orders, and requests, such as (1) issued to the Cook County Public Defender (CCPD) for its files and records, including Electronically Stored Information (ESI): (2) issued to employees for deposition or trial testimony relating to client representation, and (3) issued in civil actions to Public Defender clients. Answer all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for CCPD records in accordance with the Illinois FOIA.
This position is Actively Recruited and At Will.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (JD) and
Five (5) years of criminal defense, civil litigation or directly related experienceis required.
Three (3) years of prior supervisory experienceis required.
Licensetopracticelaw inthestateofIllinoisis required.
Abilitytoobtainandmaintainlicenseand/orcertificationrequirementsis required.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge equivalent to that of a practicing criminal defense attorney or civil litigant, including, but not limited to, areas such as criminal or civil procedure, trial advocacy, and evidence.
Abilitytoperformtasksunderhighlystressfulsituationsindiversecircumstances;skillindealingwithmultiple cases and projects of varying complexity and priority.
Abilitytomanageprofessionaland/orskilledsupportstaffonaday-to-daybasis.
Abilitytoleadwithintheestablishedobjectivesandmakedecisionsregardingdailyprioritiesandthe application of technical/business processes for a work group or segment of a department.
Abilitytosetoveralldirectionandholdstaffaccountableforaccomplishingworkobjectivesbyfostering positive relationships between employees, leadership, and stakeholders.
Abilitytouseorganizationaland/ordepartmentobjectivesandgoalstoidentifyprocessesbywhichtomeet those goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
GROUP AND VOLUNTARY BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
SALARY RANGE $159,581/ Yearly
Please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO STATEMENT Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules. SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMER The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
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Organization: Offices Under the President
Work Locations: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington
Job Posting: Feb 11, 2026, 6:10:16 AM
Closing Date: Mar 4, 2026, 1:59:00 PM
Full-time
Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M.
Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.
Posting Salary: $159,581/ Yearly
Grade: D05 - Non-Union
JOB SUMMARY Supervise and coordinate the department's responses to all subpoenas, court orders, and requests for Public Defender files. Respond to subpoenas, court orders, and requests, such as (1) issued to the Cook County Public Defender (CCPD) for its files and records, including Electronically Stored Information (ESI): (2) issued to employees for deposition or trial testimony relating to client representation, and (3) issued in civil actions to Public Defender clients. Answer all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for CCPD records in accordance with the Illinois FOIA.
This position is Actively Recruited and At Will.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (JD) and
Five (5) years of criminal defense, civil litigation or directly related experienceis required.
Three (3) years of prior supervisory experienceis required.
Licensetopracticelaw inthestateofIllinoisis required.
Abilitytoobtainandmaintainlicenseand/orcertificationrequirementsis required.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge equivalent to that of a practicing criminal defense attorney or civil litigant, including, but not limited to, areas such as criminal or civil procedure, trial advocacy, and evidence.
Abilitytoperformtasksunderhighlystressfulsituationsindiversecircumstances;skillindealingwithmultiple cases and projects of varying complexity and priority.
Abilitytomanageprofessionaland/orskilledsupportstaffonaday-to-daybasis.
Abilitytoleadwithintheestablishedobjectivesandmakedecisionsregardingdailyprioritiesandthe application of technical/business processes for a work group or segment of a department.
Abilitytosetoveralldirectionandholdstaffaccountableforaccomplishingworkobjectivesbyfostering positive relationships between employees, leadership, and stakeholders.
Abilitytouseorganizationaland/ordepartmentobjectivesandgoalstoidentifyprocessesbywhichtomeet those goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
GROUP AND VOLUNTARY BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
SALARY RANGE $159,581/ Yearly
Please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO STATEMENT Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules. SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMER The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
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