Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office

Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office

Law Enforcement

Chicago, IL 3,966 followers

The State's Attorney's Office works to uphold public safety through the fair and efficient administration of justice.

About us

With more than 700 attorneys, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office is the second largest prosecutor's office in the nation. The CCSAO is responsible for the prosecution of all misdemeanor and felony crimes committed in Cook County, one of the largest counties in the United States. The CCSAO also serves as legal counsel for the government of Cook County and county office holders and employees, litigating Plaintiff and Defense oriented cases and providing legal counsel on a range of matters. Led by State’s Attorney Kimberly M. Foxx, the first African American elected to the office, the CCSAO’s team of prosecutors has a passion for public service and has earned a national reputation for excellence in the pursuit of justice for the people we serve. The CCSAO offers many rewarding and exciting opportunities in the following areas: Criminal Prosecutions • Felony Trial • Sex Crimes Unit • Special Prosecutions Bureau • Juvenile Justice Bureau • Narcotics Bureau • Appeals Unit Civil Actions Bureau • Civil Rights • Constitutional Law • Labor and Employment • Medical Malpractice • Plaintiff-Side Torts • Municipal Litigation • State and Federal Litigation Our program is highly competitive due to the hands-on, challenging and relevant work experience. There are opportunities for Assistant State's Attorneys, undergraduate interns, legal interns earning a paralegal certificate, law clerks and recently graduated Secondments or Fellows. Please visit our careers page to download an application and learn more about applying to be part of the office.

Industry
Law Enforcement
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Type
Government Agency
Specialties
Justice, Prosecution, Civil Actions, Criminal Prosecution, Litigation, Advocacy, Victim Support, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Investigations, and Discovery

Locations

  • Primary

    69 West Washington, Suite 3200

    Chicago, IL 60602-3174, US

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