Introduction to the Resignation

Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke’s top aide stepped down Monday, less than a year into her tenure.

Background on the Resigning Aide

O’Neill Burke credited the resigning First Assistant State’s Attorney Anna Demacopoulos’ “tireless efforts on behalf of the people of Cook County” in an email to her staff.
“Anna Demacopoulos stepped away from a thriving private practice in order to utilize her legal expertise to help stabilize the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office and implement innovative and needed restructuring,” O’Neill Burke wrote of the former judge and prosecutor. “Now that those restructures are complete, Anna is resigning her position as First Assistant and returning to her private practice.”

Statement from Demacopoulos

In a statement late Monday, Demacopoulos said she was “proud of the progress we have made together in strengthening our mission, pursuing justice with integrity, and supporting the communities we serve. While I will be transitioning back into the private sector, I know that my colleagues will continue to build on this great progress.”
She added: “It has been the highest honor of my career to serve the people of Cook County and to work alongside the dedicated attorneys, investigators, and staff of the State’s Attorney’s Office.”

Professional Background of Demacopoulos

Demacopoulos previously spent 15 years as a circuit court judge in Cook County and more than 20 years as a prosecutor in the state’s attorney’s office.

Conclusion

The resignation of Anna Demacopoulos as the First Assistant State’s Attorney after just 8 months marks a significant change in the leadership of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office. Despite the short tenure, both O’Neill Burke and Demacopoulos have expressed satisfaction with the progress made during her time in office, particularly in restructuring and stabilizing the office.

FAQs

• Q: Who is the top aide that stepped down from the State’s Attorney’s office?
  A: Anna Demacopoulos, the First Assistant State’s Attorney.
• Q: How long did Demacopoulos serve in her position?
  A: Less than a year, approximately 8 months.
• Q: What was Demacopoulos’ background before joining the State’s Attorney’s office?
  A: She spent 15 years as a circuit court judge in Cook County and more than 20 years as a prosecutor in the state’s attorney’s office.
• Q: Why did Demacopoulos resign according to the statement from O’Neill Burke?
  A: Because the restructuring she was brought in to implement is now complete, and she is returning to her private practice.