JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Staff Attorneys
U.S. Department of Justice (posted 5/15/1/09)

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Current Department of Justice Attorney Vacancies *

* UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE EASTERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA MAY 11, 2009 09-EDCA-05A Applications should be postmarked no later than Friday, May 15, 2009. Date posted: 05-11-2009

* EXPERIENCED TRIAL ATTORNEY, GS-12 THROUGH GS-15 CIVIL DIVISION, TORTS BRANCH, AVIATION & ADMIRALITY SECTION WASHINGTON, DC Applications must be postmarked by no later than May 15, 2009 (applications submitted by e-mail must be received by that date). Date posted: 05-08-2009

* TRIAL ATTORNEYS/GS-12 TO GS-15 CIVIL DIVISION, OFFICE OF CONSUMER LITIGATION WASHINGTON, DC Application materials must be submitted no later than June 5, 2009. Application materials submitted via e-mail must be received by the deadline. Date posted: 05-08-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION OFFICE OF OVERSEAS PROSECUTORIAL DEVELOPMENT, ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY / GS-14 to GS-15 Applicants should send a resume and cover letter as soon as possible, but not later than May 31, 2009. Date posted: 05-06-2009

* TRIAL ATTORNEYS, GS-12 THROUGH GS-15 CIVIL DIVISION, FEDERAL PROGRAMS BRANCH WASHINGTON, DC These positions are open until filled. Date posted: 05-06-2009

* TRIAL ATTORNEYS, GS-12 THROUGH GS-15 CIVIL DIVISION, FEDERAL PROGRAMS BRANCH WASHINGTON, DC These positions are open until filled. Date posted: 05-06-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION OFFICE OF OVERSEAS PROSECUTORIAL DEVELOPMENT, ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY / GS-14 to GS-15 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Date posted: 05-05-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION OFFICE OF OVERSEAS PROSECUTORIAL DEVELOPMENT, ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY / GS-14 to GS-15 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Date posted: 05-05-2009

* ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE EASTERN DISTRICT OF VIRGINIA 09-EDVA-01 Positions are open until filled, but resumes must be received by May 18, 2009. Date posted: 05-05-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE U.S. TRUSTEE’S OFFICE – SAN DIEGO, CA. TRIAL ATTORNEY Applications must be postmarked by the closing date of May 26, 2009 and will be accepted up to five calendar days after the closing date. Date posted: 05-01-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY EASTERN DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA Position is open until filled. Date posted: 05-01-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE U.S. TRUSTEE’S OFFICE -- MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY/GS-13 to GS-15 This position will be open until May 18, 2009. Date posted: 05-01-2009

* U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE U.S. TRUSTEE’S OFFICE -- BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY/GS-13 to GS-15 This position will be open until May 13, 2009. Date posted: 05-01-2009

* ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE DISTRICT OF ARIZONA 09-AZ-05 Applications must be recieved by May 13, 2009. Date posted: 04-29-2009

* ATTORNEY ADVISOR EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW FALLS CHURCH, VA VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: EOIR-09-0057 All applications MUST be received in the Human Resources Office by the close of business on May 20, 2009. Date posted: 04-29-2009

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Director, Internal Investigations
Abbott (posted 5/14/09)

DIRECTOR, INTERNAL INVESTIGATIONS

The Office of Ethics and Compliance develops and manages Abbott's corporate compliance initiative to ensure that Abbott and its employees consistently adhere to the highest ethical standards and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements of the countries in which the company does business, including fraud and abuse laws, anti-kickback laws, FCPA and other applicable laws.

The Director, Internal Investigations will:

- Coordinate and oversee the handling of internal investigations relating to alleged violations of applicable laws and regulations, Abbott's Code of Business Conduct, and Abbott's policies and procedures, company-wide.

- Personally conduct complex investigations.

- Maintain a database of investigation data, and analyze trends to determine appropriate follow-up (eg, areas for training or ways to clarify policies) to support an effective compliance program.

- Communicate investigation findings to senior management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 7 years experience in the legal or compliance fields, preferably in the following areas: FCPA, Anti-kickback Statute, False Claims Act, pharmaceutical and medical device promotion issues, and antitrust. Candidate must have extensive experience with questioning witnesses in an investigation, deposition, or similar setting. A bachelor's degree and JD are required.

Abbott offers a comprehensive salary and benefit package. Qualified candidates may apply by posting their resume to www.abbott.com/careers. Reference number: 62930BR. Abbott Laboratories provides a "smoke-free" work environment.

APPLY to URL: http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=625342-1871-5153

www.abbott.com/careers

An EOE, we are committed to

employee diversity.

Associates
Quarles & Brady (posted 5/14/09)

We are seeking qualified candidates for the following positions.

Commercial Litigation Associate - Quarles & Brady LLP
Naples, FL

The Naples office has an opening for a Commercial Litigation associate with 6+ years of experience. Applicants must have strong analytical and writing skills. In addition, applicants should have significant experience with all aspects of discovery in state and federal court, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests, preparing witnesses for depositions, and preparing for and taking depositions. Trial experience is highly desirable. Experience supervising associates is a must.

Qualified applicants should send/e-mail/fax a cover letter and resume to:
India Borba
Manager, Attorney Recruiting
Quarles & Brady LLP
One Renaissance Square
Two North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Fax: 602.417.2903
E-mail: india.borba@quarles.com

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Corporate Services Attorney. Quarles & Brady LLP
Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI

The Chicago or Milwaukee office are looking to hire an attorney with significant corporate finance and securities experience.

Qualified applicants should send/e-mail/fax a cover letter and resume to:
Marguerite Durston
Administrator, Attorney Recruitment
Quarles & Brady LLP
300 North LaSalle Street, Suite 4000
Chicago, IL 60654
Fax: 312-715-5155
E-mail: marguerite.durston@quarles.com

Division Counsel
Abbott (posted 2/24/09)

At Abbott, every day is filled with new discoveries and leading-edge innovation. Our professionals are passionate about life, health care and their contributions. With almost $26 billion in sales in more than 130 countries, we�re not just poised to enhance the health of the world � we�re positioned to make it happen. Division Counsel Duties include negotiating, drafting and reviewing an extensive range of business and technology transactions for certain medical products businesses of Abbott Laboratories, including distribution, promotion, research and development, licensing, purchase/supply, clinical and manufacturing agreements, as well as counseling clients on a wide range of U.S. laws. The position is managerial in nature with supervisory responsibility for a group comprised of both attorneys and paralegals. Strong drafting, negotiating, counseling, managerial and communication skills required. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of extensive experience in commercial and corporate law in both a major law firm and in-house at a major medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturer, as well as in-house managerial experience. A JD degree and state bar certification are also required. Abbott offers a comprehensive salary and benefit package. Qualified candidates may apply by posting their resumes to www.abbott.com/careers. Reference number: 63355BR. Abbott provides a "smoke-free" work environment. Apply to URL: http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=606939-1871-3053. www.abbott.com/careers An EOE, we are committed to employee diversity.

Assistant Attorney General - Criminal
Illinois Attorney General's Office (posted 2/24/09)

Title: Assistant Attorney General Division: Criminal Bureau: Sexually Violent Persons Unit- Chicago Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Sexually Violent Persons Bureau seeks an experienced criminal prosecutor for an Assistant Attorney General position in the Chicago office. Prosecutors working in the Sexually Violent Persons Unit have wide-ranging duties including: prosecution of proceedings to commitment convicted sex offenders, including motion hearings and trial work; managing extensive discovery, presenting and cross examining experts in the area of evaluating sex offenders; working with the Department of Corrections and the Department of Human Services in various capacities. Qualified candidates will have significant criminal prosecution and trial experience, including experience prosecuting sex crimes, knowledge of mental health issues and ability to manage complex cases. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, the salary range is $50,500 to $67,500. Candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years prosecution experience and must be licensed by the State of Illinois. To ensure full consideration, please send cover letter with resume to: Ruta Stropus Director of Attorney Recruitment and Professional Development Attn: Adelaida Otero Office of the Attorney General 100 West Randolph, 12th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 814-3695 (312) 814-5024 (Fax)

Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Enforcement
Illinois Attorney General's Office (posted 2/24/09)

Position: Assistant Attorney General Division: Criminal Enforcement Bureau: Statewide Grand Jury The Statewide Grand Jury prosecutes multi-county cases involving drugs, guns, or computers. Although cocaine and cannabis have historically been the primary focus of Statewide Grand Jury prosecutions, the Bureau has expanded its focus on methamphetamine cases, which are spreading throughout the state. Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate must be able to work all aspects of moderately complex drug felony prosecutions as assigned. The prosecutions are vertical, which is to say that the AAG is responsible for all phases of his or her case, from investigation and grand jury presentation, through trial and post-trial motions. Travel is frequent, as the jurisdiction of the Bureau comprises all 102 Illinois counties. Additional duties might include assisting other bureaus with criminal trials or civil detention hearings (SVP cases), prosecuting civil drug asset forfeitures or nuisance abatements, and preparing periodic activity reports. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, the salary range is $50,500 to $67,500. Candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years prosecution experience and must be licensed by the State of Illinois at the time of application. To ensure full consideration, please send cover letter with r�sum� to: Ruta Stropus Director of Attorney Recruitment and Professional Development Attn: Adelaida Otero Office of the Attorney General 100 West Randolph, 12th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 814-3695 (312) 814-5024 (Fax)

Director, Internal Investigations
Abbot (posted 2/24/09)

Director, Internal Investigations The Office of Ethics and Compliance develops and manages Abbott's corporate compliance initiative to ensure that Abbott and its employees consistently adhere to the highest ethical standards and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements of the countries in which the company does business, including fraud and abuse laws, anti-kickback laws, FCPA and other applicable laws. The Director, Internal Investigations will: � Coordinate and oversee the handling of internal investigations relating to alleged violations of applicable laws and regulations, Abbott's Code of Business Conduct and Abbott's policies and procedures, company-wide. � Personally conduct complex investigations. � Maintain a database of investigation data, and analyze trends to determine appropriate follow-up (e.g. areas for training or ways to clarify policies) to support an effective compliance program. � Communicate investigation findings to senior management. At least 7 years of experience in the legal or compliance fields is required, preferably in the following areas: FCPA, Anti-kickback Statute, False Claims Act, pharmaceutical and medical device promotion issues, and antitrust. Candidate must have extensive experience with questioning witnesses in an investigation, deposition or similar setting. Bachelor's degree and JD required. Abbott offers a comprehensive salary and benefit package. Qualified candidates may apply by posting their resumes to www.abbott.com/careers. Reference number: 62930BR. Abbott provides a "smoke-free" work environment. Apply to URL: http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=605270-1871-7853. www.abbott.com/careers An EOE, we are committed to employee diversity.

Various Positions
Quarles & Brady (Various Locations)(Posted 2/2/09)

Lateral Hiring / Open Positions (January 2009):

Chicago or Milwaukee:
One (1) Corporate Services attorney with significant corporate finance and securities experience, '40 Act experience is a plus but not required. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and two writing samples, in confidence to Marguerite Durston - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Corporate Services Practice Group.

Marguerite Durston
Administrator, Attorney Recruitment
Quarles & Brady LLP
500 West Madison, Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60661
Fax: 312-715-5155
E-mail: mdurston@quarles.com

Milwaukee:
One (1) Intellectual Property associate, with at least three years of experience in patent prosecution and a background in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics. Applicants should have solid technical skills and a bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to Michelle Bigler - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Intellectual Property Practice Group.

Michelle Bigler
Manager, Attorney Recruiting
Quarles & Brady LLP
411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2040
Milwaukee, WI 53202
E-mail: mbigler@quarles.com

Naples:
One (1) Commercial Litigation associate, 6+ years of experience. Applicants must have strong analytical and writing skills. In addition, applicants should have significant experience with all aspects of discovery in state and federal court, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests, preparing witnesses for depositions, and preparing for and taking depositions. Trial experience is highly desirable. Experience supervising associates is a must. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to India Borba - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

Phoenix:
One (1) Commercial Litigation associate, 3+ years of experience. Applicants must have strong analytical and writing skills. In addition, they should have significant experience with all aspects of discovery, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests, preparing witnesses for depositions, and preparing for and taking depositions. Trial experience, while not required, is desirable. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to India Borba - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

India Borba
Manager, Attorney Recruiting
Quarles & Brady LLP
One Renaissance Square
Two North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Fax: 602.417.2903
E-mail: iborba@quarles.com

Quarles & Brady LLP (Various Locations)(posted 12/18/08)

Chicago or Milwaukee:
One (1) Corporate Services attorney with significant corporate finance and securities experience, '40 Act experience is a plus but not required. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and two writing samples, in confidence to Marguerite Durston - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Corporate Services Practice Group.

Chicago: One (1) senior tax associate or junior tax partner with some portable business to do low income housing tax credit work. The candidate needs to have substantial knowledge of partnership taxation and of Section 42 of the Income Tax Code. Experience in other areas such as Section 45D (new markets tax credits) and Section 47 (rehabilitation tax credits) preferred but not essential. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to Marguerite Durston - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Tax Practice Group.

Marguerite Durston
Administrator, Attorney Recruitment
Quarles & Brady LLP
500 West Madison, Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60661
Fax: 312-715-5155
E-mail: mdurston@quarles.com

Milwaukee: One (1) Intellectual Property associate, with at least three years of experience in patent prosecution and a background in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics. Applicants should have solid technical skills and a bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to Michelle Bigler - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Intellectual Property Practice Group.

Michelle Bigler
Manager, Attorney Recruiting
Quarles & Brady LLP
411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2040
Milwaukee, WI 53202
E-mail: mbigler@quarles.com

Naples: One (1) Commercial Litigation associate, 6+ years of experience. Applicants must have strong analytical and writing skills. In addition, applicants should have significant experience with all aspects of discovery in state and federal court, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests, preparing witnesses for depositions, and preparing for and taking depositions. Trial experience is highly desirable. Experience supervising associates is a must. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to India Borba - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

Phoenix: One (1) Commercial Litigation associate, 3+ years of experience. Applicants must have strong analytical and writing skills. In addition, they should have significant experience with all aspects of discovery, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests, preparing witnesses for depositions, and preparing for and taking depositions. Trial experience, while not required, is desirable. If you know a qualified candidate for this position, please ask them to send their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample in confidence, to India Borba - Legal Recruiting Liaison for the Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

India Borba
Manager, Attorney Recruiting
Quarles & Brady LLP
One Renaissance Square
Two North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Fax: 602.417.2903
E-mail: iborba@quarles.com

Intellectual Property Associate
Quarles & Brady (Milwaukee)(posted 10/18/08)

Intellectual Property Associate - Quarles & Brady LLP Milwaukee, WI Office Quarles & Brady LLP seeks an attorney with at least three years of experience in patent prosecution and a background in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics, to join the Intellectual Property team in the Milwaukee , Wisconsin office. Applicants should have solid technical skills and a bachelor�s degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Medical Physics. The successful candidate must be extremely motivated to join our national Intellectual Property group. We are looking for an individual who has the skills, enthusiasm, personality, and commitment to become a partner. Please submit candidates application, cover letter, resume, law school transcript and two writing samples to: Michelle Bigler Manager, Attorney Recruiting Quarles & Brady LLP 411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2040 Milwaukee, WI 53202 E-mail: mbigler@quarles.com

Senior Counsel (Compliance)
Sears Holding Corp (posted 10/18/08)

Senior Counsel � Compliance, Hoffman Estates, IL Sears Holdings Corporation is the nation's third largest broadline retailer, with approximately $55 billion in annual revenues, and with approximately 3,800 full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada. Formed in March 2005 from the merger of Sears and Kmart, Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home electronics and automotive repair and maintenance. Key proprietary brands include Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard, and a broad apparel offering, including such well-known labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well as the Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has Martha Stewart Everyday products, which are offered exclusively in the U.S. by Kmart and in Canada by Sears Canada. The company is the nation's largest provider of home services, with more than 14 million service calls made annually. For more information, visit Sears Holdings' website at http://www.searsholdings.com. Sears Holdings Corporation is committed to improving the lives of our customers by providing quality services, products and solutions that earn their trust and build lifetime relationships. We are proud of our diverse, high-performance team work environment and we strive for continuous improvement through keen focus on growth, effectiveness and a sense of urgency. Individuals who are driven to earn our customers' trust and business every day, who act with integrity, who treat everyone fairly and value diversity, and who are accountable for their actions are welcome to show interest in becoming a member of our winning team. Description: Assists Corporate Compliance Office in protecting the company interests and maintaining compliance with the law by evaluating solutions and developing programs to mitigate compliance and control risks Responsibilities: - Conduct internal investigations into detected or reported compliance and ethics issues recommending effective solutions - Assure that compliance efforts are documented, monitored, and audited - Coordinate with audit to conduct periodic assessments of the effectiveness and performance of various ethics/compliance programs - Identify and analyze legal issues to provide advice and guidance to businesses on applicable rules and regulations with emphasis on compliance requirements - Review existing Company policies, procedures, and other controls to identify potential risk of illegal, unethical, or improper conduct - Implement procedures and programs to assure company wide regulatory compliance - Interpret and oversee adherence to the Company Code of Conduct updating as needed to ensure relevance - Work collaboratively with colleagues, other departments as well as clients at home office and in the field to resolve compliance and legal issues. - Act as liaison with regulatory agencies in handling regulatory inquiries, examinations, audits, and investigations - Monitor new regulations, regulatory trends, and industry developments Qualifications: Required Competencies and Skills: - Strong written and oral communication skills - Strong research and computer skills - Ability to handle complex matters, touching on multiple practice areas. - Well developed and demonstrated problem-solving and decisions making skills. - Ability to motivate and lead others and inspire confidence and trust. - Demonstrated ability to provide effective guidance on legal issues to business clients. - Familiarity with operations and strategy of businesses and specific legal and compliance regulations to which the Company is subject - Skilled at negotiating with regulatory, law enforcement and outside agencies - Highest ethical standards and integrity - Commitment to appropriate business conduct and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information Required Prior Job Experience and Education: - JD - Law enforcement background preferred - Admitted to practice in Illinois - 5+ years of compliance related practice Sears is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. To apply please visit: http://www.jobtarget.com/c/jobclick.cfm?site=4335&job=4846048

Sr. Counsel
Abbott (posted 10/14/08)

Company: Abbott Position: SR Counsel Location: North Chicago , IL Follow your aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities, competitive salaries, great benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, a company paid pension plan and profit sharing, all with a company providing the growth and strength to build your future. Description: Senior Counsel for Abbott Laboratories - Duties include negotiating, drafting and reviewing an extensive range of business and technology transactions for some of the Medical Products businesses of Abbott Laboratories, including agreements relating to distribution, promotion, research and development, purchase/supply and manufacturing and intellectual property licensing. The position also will include counseling clients with respect to compliance with a wide range of U.S. laws. Qualifications: Strong drafting, negotiating and client communication skills required. Successful candidate must possess a J.D. degree, state bar certification, 5 to 10 years of experience in corporate and commercial law and a record of demonstrated success in counseling clients on a range business and technology transactions at a major law firm or corporation. Experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry is a plus but not required. Depending on experience, this is either a Counsel or Senior Counsel position. Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. EEO/AA To apply for this position, please visit us at: https://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=635298&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=50&siteid=50&PartnerId=281&codes=JB To learn more about Abbott and view other opportunities, please visit us at: http://www.abbott.com/global/url/content/en_US/10:10/general_content/General_Content_00004.htm

Associate Director, Asst. General Counsel
CME Group (posted 9/19/08)

The job is for an Associate Director, Assistant General Counsel-Patents. http://www.cmegroup.com/CmeWeb/company/careers/open-positions/12873-CN_cme.html CME Group (�CME� or �CMEG�) is the world's largest and most diverse derivatives exchange. Formed by the 2007 merger of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) and the 2008 merger of the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX), CME Group serves the risk management needs of customers around the globe. As an international marketplace, CME Group brings buyers and sellers together on the CME Globex electronic trading platform and on its trading floors. CME Group offers the widest range of benchmark products available across all major asset classes, including futures and options based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, agricultural commodities, and alternative investment products such as weather and real estate. CME Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ under the symbol "CME."

Assistant City Attorney
City of Urbana (posted 9/2/08)

Assistant City Attorney, City of Urbana Job Description: Assists the City Attorney in directing the legal affairs of the City; acts as legal counsel; reflects special emphasis upon the prosecution and enforcement of municipal ordinance violation; initiates collection proceedings for debts owed to City; represents City in cases of major litigation and contract negotiations; serves as City Attorney in his/her absences. Skills Required: Knowledge and ability acquired through receipt of J.D. from an ABA-Approved Law School; a minimum of two (2) years experience in the practice of law, including trial experiences. Ability to litigate civil or criminal cases in court or before administrative agencies. Ability to draft legal instruments and proposed legislation. Ability to negotiate and draft legal agreements on behalf of the City. Knowledge of public employee relations laws and regulations. Compensation: $65,993.00 - $69,955.00 annually To Apply: For a complete job description or to apply, please log onto: www.city.urbana.il.us/jobs. Only applications received online will be considered. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5, 2008. The City of Urbana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE.

Attorney
Natural Resources Defense Council (posted 7/1/08)

Natural Resources Defense Council Job Announcement Attorney, Wildlife and Endangered Species DC or CHICAGO OFFICE The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a non-profit national environmental advocacy organization with more than 1.2 million members and online activists. We have offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Beijing. Our staff of over 300 includes lawyers, scientists, policy analysts and educators working to protect the environment and public health through advocacy and education. Position Summary: NRDC seek s to hire a full-time attorney to join the staff of NRDC�s wildlife and endangered species team, out of either our Washington, D.C., or Chicago offices. This position will report to the Director of the Endangered Species Project and will be responsible for helping to develop NRDC�s wildlife work, including litigation and advocacy for a wide variety of terrestrial and marine species under the federal Endangered Species Act and other laws; assisting NRDC�s legislative team with wildlife advocacy on Capitol Hill; and working with our wildlife scientists and program staff to improve U.S. and international wildlife policy. The attorney will also serve as lead counsel in a number of wildlife protection cases and will be expected to help develop his or her own docket. General responsibilities will include federal litigation, policy analysis, media outreach, legislative work, regulatory comments, coalition building and/or campaign development. Skills and Knowledge Requirements: � J.D., with 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred; familiarity with environmental regulation and policy issues a plus. � Federal court clerkship and/or government attorney experience are a plus � Exceptional writing and analytical skills � Commitment to nonprofit/public interest advocacy We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment and are committed to workplace diversity. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, list of references and salary requirements to www.nrdc.org/jobs. No phone calls or faxes. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org.

Counsultant
Abbott (Posted 6/30/08)

Job ID: 4553170 Company Name: Abbott Position Title: Counsel / Senior Counsel Location(s): North Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Function: Consultant Job Type: Full-Time Entry Level: No Job Description Follow your aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities, competitive salaries, great benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, a company paid pension plan and profit sharing, all with a company providing the growth and strength to build your future. Description: Counsel/Senior Counsel "Nutrition Legal Operations. Abbott Laboratories", Nutrition Division has an immediate opening in Lake Forrest, IL for a commercial attorney handling a variety of business transactions and providing legal counsel to its Therapeutic Nutrition Business Unit and its Global Licensing and New Business Development Function. The attorney would be responsible for preparing, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements, reviewing marketing and packaging materials, and providing counsel in various substantive areas of the law, including healthcare, advertising and antitrust. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, risk assessment, drafting, negotiating, and client communication skills; 3 to 7 years of experience in corporate and/or healthcare0Alaw, and a record of demonstrated success in counseling clients on a wide range of business issues at a major law firm or corporation. An understanding of the health care industry and knowledge of fraud and abuse and advertising laws and regulations are beneficial. M&A and licensing experience is necessary. Candidates must possess a JD degree and state bar certification. Benefits: JD Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. EEO/AA To apply for this position, please visit us at: https://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=609076&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=50&siteid=50&PartnerId=281 To learn more about Abbott and view other opportunities, please visit us at: http://www.abbott.com/global/url/content/en_US/10:10/general_content/General_Content_00004.htm CLICK HERE TO APPLY: http://www.jobtarget.com/c/jobclick.cfm?site=4335&job=4553170

Staff Attorney
Asian American Institute (posted 5/6/08)

Asian American Institute
Staff Attorney - Affirmative Action

Position Title: Staff Attorney

Salary: $38,000 - $42,000; Full health and dental benefits at 50%.

Reports to: Executive Director

Position Location: Chicago, Illinois

Start Date: Immediately

Status: Full time; Exempt - does not qualify for overtime

Summary: The Staff Attorney works closely with the Executive Director,
AAI
staff, and affiliate staff attorneys to facilitate and implement the
Asian American Contractor Empowerment Project (AACEP) and Legal
Assistance Program (LAP). In partnership with the Asian American Justice
Center (formerly National Asian Pacific American Legal Consortium),
AACEP will focus on research and building capacity within the Asian
American community on both the national and Chicago regional level to
defend and advance the participation of Asian Americans in minority
contracting programs in the public and private sectors. LAP projects
include language access, voting rights, and hate crimes.

Background: The Asian American Institute was established in 1992 as a
pan-Asian, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. The mission is to
empower the Asian Pacific American community through advocacy, by
utilizing research, education and coalition building. Current programs
include Voting Rights, APA Empowerment Initiative, APA Resource Guide
and advocacy against hate crimes. Affiliated with the Asian American
Justice Center (AAJC), the Institute coordinates it work with AAJC and
co-affiliates Asian Pacific American Legal Center of Southern California
and Asian Law Caucus in San Francisco.

Job duties and responsibilities:
. Provide public policy research and analysis;
. Provide community education briefings;
. Provide coordination and facilitation of community trainings
based
on materials developed;
. Work with mainstream and ethnic media;
. Monitor legislation and prepare legislative testimony;
. Represent AAI in coalition activities;
. Respond to press inquires and make public speaking appearances;
. Coordinate program planning and implementation with AAJC and
affiliates;
. Coordinate litigation strategies with AAJC and affiliates as
necessary;
. Travel as necessary; and
. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory responsibilities: Interns and Law Clerks

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Must have the ability to plan,
organize, and direct a comprehensive program. Knowledge or skill in
affirmative action, race relations, legislative process, or civil
rights, particularly as they pertain to Asian Americans preferred.
Quantitative data knowledge and analytical skills is a plus.
Demonstrated strong writing and speaking skills required.

Education: J. D. degree from accredited law school and member in good
standing with a state bar association. Recent graduates must be
registered for the Illinois State Bar examination or be willing to take
or be admitted to the Illinois State Bar.

Experience: 0-2 years legal experience. This position is an entry level
attorney position. Past work experience working in the Asian American
community or with public policy matters preferred. Demonstrated interest
in civil rights and/or race relations and public policy a must.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter explaining
your interest, resume, and short writing sample to:

Ms. Tuyet Le
Executive Director
Asian American Institute
4753 North Broadway, Suite 904
Chicago, IL 60640

Email applications at AAI@AAIChicago.org Subject: Staff Attorney
Application

*** Phone inquiries not accepted
*** Only candidates receiving interviews will be contacted
*** Academic transcripts will be required prior to interviews

*** For more information about AAI, please go to www.aaichicago.org

AAI is an equal opportunity employer

Counsel - Trademarks
Abbott Laboratories 55466BR (posted 5/6/08)

Company name: Abbott Laboratories

Job title: Counsel - Trademarks

Location: Abbott Park, IL

Follow your aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities, competitive salaries, great benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, a company paid pension plan and profit sharing, all with a company providing the growth and strength to build your future.

Description:
Abbott Laboratories, a broad based global healthcare company has an immediate opening for an experienced trademark attorney. Responsibilities include the management of a large, diversified global portfolio. The candidate should have experience in a broad range of intellectual property matters, including trademark clearance, domestic and international trademark prosecution, trade dress issues, as well as experience in the management of a global IP portfolio, licensing, policing, and enforcement. The candidate should be able to work closely with the marketing, regulatory and senior management teams as well as local and foreign counsel. The candidate should have strong business experience including the negotiation of licensing and related commercial agreements. The candidate should have experience in prosecuting and resolving intellectual property related disputes. The position will report to the Division Counsel ? Trademarks and requires discretion, independent judgment and critical thinking skills. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of domestic and foreign trademark prosecution, be detail oriented, and have excellent writing and organizational skills. The candidate must be able to identify relevant legal issues and apply legal principles to provide strategic direction to internal clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple matters, set own work priorities and meet required work deadlines.

Qualifications:
Five plus (5+) years of trademark experience, in-house or law firm. Law degree from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials Excellent team player, with superior inter-personal, verbal and written communication skills Ability to exercise sound commercial and legal judgment, ability to handle multiple projects Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Education:
Law degree from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials

Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. EEO/AA

To apply for this position, please visit us at:

http://appclix.postmasterlx.com/track.html?pid=402881bd19939eef0119aa2e7b7e3ff6&source=aabachicago&p=codes=ABA

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