What are the responsibilities and job description for the Third Year Law Student - 2026 Bar Takers Application position at CCSAO?
Third Year Law Students
If you are looking to devote your career to working with a nationally recognized litigation team, apply to the Cook County States Attorneys Office as an Assistant States Attorney (ASA). The Office of the Cook County States Attorney is the second largest county prosecution office in the country employing more than 700 lawyers.
The legal staff is diverse and reflective of the community it serves. CCSAO is looking for candidates with varied experience. Some factors we may consider are:
Favorable Academic Standing (GPA of 2.5 and above)
Excellent Writing Ability
Law School Activities- i.e. Mock Trial Competition or Moot Court, Trial Team
Course Selections - i.e., Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Evidence, Trial Advocacy, Appellate Advocacy, Clinical courses, etc.
Documented interest in public service and/or criminal law
Highest standards of professional and personal integrity
A completed application consists of:
Application
A signed and dated Release Form (found at the end of the application)
Official or /un-official transcript (self-prepared transcripts will not be accepted)
Resume
One legal writing sample (not to exceed 5 pages)
Cover letter
Deadline to apply is September 30, 2025
Applicants must sit for and pass the July 2026 Bar Exam to remain with the office.
The current salary for Bar Takers is $58,939. The current salary for new ASAs (after passage of the bar exam and admission to the IL Bar) is $88,434. Employment with the office is contingent on successfully passing the July 2026 Bar Exam and being admitted and sworn into the Illinois Bar.
***The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions.
Salary : $58,939
