The Assistant Legal Counsel provides hands-on counsel to all levels of executive staff or for a segment of the business. Assists in protecting an organization's legal interest and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law. Being an Assistant Legal Counsel assists or represents the organization in business negotiations. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, drafts key documents, presents clear recommendations to top management, and assures legal compliance. In addition, Assistant Legal Counsel may manage the operations of legal department and/or attorneys in several legal s ...pecializations including tax, litigation, acquisitions, IP, etc. Requires a JD. Requires admittance to a State Bar. Typically reports to an associate general counsel. The Assistant Legal Counsel manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as an Assistant Legal Counsel typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.More Show Less
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The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office’s mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. OSPS prepares pretrial investigation reports for the courts and supervises individuals released from custody as directed by the court....
