Cook County State's Attorney
Cook County, IL
Current Incumbent
Eileen O'Neill Burke
Democratic
In office since January 2025
Next Election
Nov 7, 2028
Filing Window
Open NowDeadline: Jun 26, 2028
Term Length
4 years
Position Type
Full Time
Salary
$193,028/year
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The District Attorney is the chief legal representative of the district.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have relevant professional experience
- Must be a citizen of the United States, and a licensed attorney in Illinois.
Filing information
Elections office
118 N Clark St, Rm 230, Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312-603-5656
Fee & signature requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: Partisan Candidates: 0.5% of the qualified electors of his or her party who cast votes at the last preceding general election within the county (or any sub-county political district). Independent Candidates: Not less than 5%, nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater) of the number of persons, who voted at the next preceding regular election in such district or political subdivision
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.