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State of Illinois

SENIOR REGIONAL COUNSEL

Springfield, IL · On-site

$9.4K - $10K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prefers experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law * Prefers ... As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state ...

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How much do employment lawyers in jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for employment lawyers in in Springfield, IL is $136,689.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,100.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Employment Lawyers In vs Human Resources Managers?

AspectEmployment Lawyers InHuman Resources Managers
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, legal certificationsBachelor's or master's in HR, business, or related fields
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, courts, corporate legal departmentsCorporate offices, HR departments, organizations
Employer & Industry UsageLegal advice, litigation, complianceEmployee relations, hiring, policy development
Search & Comparison IntentLegal expertise, employment law adviceWorkplace management, HR policies

Employment Lawyers In focus on legal advice, representing clients in employment disputes, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Human Resources Managers handle employee relations, recruitment, and organizational policies. While both roles deal with employment issues, employment lawyers provide legal expertise, whereas HR managers focus on managing workplace operations.

What can an employment lawyer do?

An employment lawyer provides legal advice and representation to clients on workplace issues such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and employment contracts. They help clients understand their rights, negotiate settlements, and may represent them in court or administrative proceedings. Employment lawyers often review policies, draft agreements, and ensure compliance with labor laws.

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Assistant Attorney General - Civil Appeals - Chicago

Illinois Attorney General

Springfield, IL • On-site

$82K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Salary: $82,000.00 - $107,550.00 Annually
Location : Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: AAG-CIV-APP-CHI
Administration: Chief Deputy - Attorney General
Bureau: Civil Appeals Division
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Civil Appeals Division represents state agencies, officials, and employees in civil appeals pending in state and federal reviewing courts. Those courts include the United States Supreme Court, United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, Illinois Supreme Court, and all five districts of the Illinois Appellate Court. Most of the Division's cases originate in the civil litigation bureaus of the Office (for example, General Law or Revenue Litigation). The areas of law involved in these cases vary widely and include such diverse topics as constitutional law, administrative law, prisoner rights, labor law, tax law, employment discrimination, unemployment compensation, education, child support, jurisdiction, and immunities. The Division also handles administrative review matters that proceed directly to the appellate court from state agencies such as the Illinois Human Rights Commission, Labor Relations Boards, Pollution Control Board, and Property Tax Appeal Board.
Attorneys in the Division manage their own caseloads under the guidance of the Division Chief, Deputy Division Chiefs, and Supervising Attorneys, and are responsible for briefing and arguing their own appeals.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a minimum of three years of legal experience or an appellate clerkship, as well as a demonstrated interest in appellate work. Attorneys with appellate experience in the state or federal courts preferred. Candidates must be licensed by the State of Illinois at the time of application.
Supplemental Information
Salary:
Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 82,000 to $ 107,550.
To ensure full consideration, please upload a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and two writing samples. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:
Attn: Hanan Malik
Office of the Illinois Attorney General
115 S. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 814-3695
(312) 814-5024 (Fax)
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!
  • Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*
  • Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
  • Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
  • Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
  • Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
  • Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
  • Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
  • Personal days: 4 annually
  • Floating Holiday: 1 annually
  • Sick days: 1 per month
  • For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
  • Semi-monthly payroll

*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthly
For more information on benefits:

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