Cook County Public Guardian

The Cook County Public Guardian serves as an independent legal advocate for vulnerable populations, including abused and neglected children, individuals in contested custody cases, and adults with cognitive disabilities under guardianship. This executive leadership role oversees a multidisciplinary office of over 250 professionals, managing daily operations, strategic initiatives, and a complex budget. The position requires providing high-level legal strategy, litigation oversight, and policy development to strengthen systems serving children and adults with disabilities.