Persons interested in applying for employment with the Office of the State Appellate Defender should submit a resume and cover letter to the appropriate office. List of State Appellate Defender offices.

The Office of the State Appellate Defender is a state agency that represents indigent defendants in criminal appeals. The 1st District (Chicago) Office covers cases from Cook County and we are the agency's largest office with over 90 attorneys and 20 support staff. We offer excellent benefits and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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There will be a vacancy for a Human Resource Director in the Administrative department effective December 1, 2026.  This is a new position and the job posting is attached.  If you are interested in the position, send a resume and cover letter to osadhr@OSAD.state.il.us no later than November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM.