Staff Attorney

Job title: Staff Attorney

About the Role The Staff Attorney at Illinois Institute of Technology's Office of General Counsel provides legal advice and representation to the University, faculty and staff, under the supervision of the Associate General Counsel. The role handles a variety of transactional, regulatory, administrative and litigation matters and supports policy development and compliance.

What You'll Do

• Draft, review and negotiate agreements for a wide range of business and academic matters, ensuring alignment with University standards and business goals.
• Monitor, develop and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Advise on student legal matters, including academic misconduct, Title IX, and disability accommodations.
• Provide advice and counsel on enterprise risk management, including matters involving insurance and export control.
• Handle litigation-related activities, including responding to subpoenas and discovery requests, records requests, and representing the University in contested matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare, organize and file court and government agency documents, including maintaining state and municipal licenses as needed.
• Update and maintain office databases for patent, contract, international agreements, and other legal records and related information.
• Analyze and process wage liens, deductions and garnishments, as well as bankruptcy filings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel.

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 3-5 years of experience practicing in a law firm, corporate office, or university/college setting, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job-related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Experience with litigation, immigration, data security, intellectual property, export control and/or government contracting.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
• Ability to take initiative and manage tasks efficiently with limited direct oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel), Adobe and database management programs.
• License to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $90,000-$100,000 per year (USD), commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package.
• Schedule: Normal hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and/or weekends during major deadlines. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement up to two days per week, consistent with University policy.