| Company Intro |
| The Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC) serves the Supreme Court of Illinois in regulating the legal profession. Our work is grounded in integrity, accountability, and public trust. We maintain high professional standards while fostering a respectful, mission-driven workplace.Under the direction of the Court, ARDC registers and supports attorneys, delivers education and outreach, and administers a fair disciplinary process. Our role is both regulatory and restorative—ensuring accountability while upholding the integrity of the profession. |
| Job Description/Duties |
| The Litigation Group Manager provides leadership, direction, and oversight for a designated litigation team responsible for carrying out the ARDC’s mission to preserve and advance the integrity of the legal profession through attorney registration and education, public outreach, restorative services, and, when necessary, attorney discipline.The Litigation Group Manager is responsible for developing and supporting team members, ensuring the effective and efficient handling of disciplinary matters, implementing organizational priorities, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and service. The position serves as a strategic leader within the organization, helping to guide staff through change, identify opportunities for innovation, and support the achievement of ARDC’s strategic goals.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and Management Lead, develop, and support a multidisciplinary team of attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and administrative staff. Operations and Case Management Oversee the assignment, management, and resolution of matters within the litigation group. Strategic Leadership Implement policies, initiatives, and directives of the Commission and Administrator. Litigation and Legal Representation Investigate and prosecute selected disciplinary matters. Education and Outreach Participate in professional, public, and legal education programs. |
| Job Criteria |
| J.D. degree from an ABA – accredited law school and an active member of the bar in good standing Active Illinois bar license (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) Minimum of 10 years of increasing responsibility in the practice of law Demonstrated record of at least five years of progressive leadership experience leading high-performing legal teams and driving organizational results Strong legal research, analytical, problem-solving, and writing skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people Highly organized with strong attention to detail, and excellent project and time management skills Eagerness to learn about new areas of the law and apply knowledge to unique facts Proven ability to independently manage a high volume and varied workload while maintaining a service-oriented attitude Commitment to ARDC’s mission and values |
| Salary Range/Hourly Rate |
| $136,000-$165,000 |
| Other Benefits and Perks |
| The ARDC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to employment@iardc.org to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.Benefits:
401(k) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60601 |