Defense Litigation Attorney

Gpac; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K

Job summary

GPAC in Indianapolis seeks a detail-oriented defense litigation attorney with extensive litigation experience. The role focuses on managing diverse caseloads, drafting and arguing key pleadings, and handling discovery and depositions, both state and federal.

A/JD from an ABA-accredited school and Indiana licensure are required, with multi-state licensure a bonus. The firm offers a path for growth in a well-established multi-state practice, with salary base, bonuses, and benefits such as health,

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Licensed in good standing in Indiana; multi-state licensure a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse caseload with minimal supervision and meet court deadlines.
• Draft and argue pleadings, including complaints, answers, motions to dismiss, and motions for summary judgment.
• Conduct discovery, perform document reviews, and take/defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Represent clients in state and federal courts across Indiana for hearings, mediations, and bench or jury trials.
• Provide strategic legal advice on risk assessment, case evaluation, and settlement options.
• Maintain direct communications with clients, delivering regular updates and high-quality service.

Skills

Litigation experience

Defense litigation

Court appearances

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Position: Detail-oriented defense litigation attorney with extensive litigation experience. This position needs to be filled by someone looking to further expand their Attorney Career at an established firm in the Indianapolis area. The Firm is a multi state firm so being licensed in multiple states besides Indiana is a bonus.

Core Responsibilities

Case Management: Oversee a diverse caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring all court deadlines are met Pleading & Motion Practice: Draft and argue critical legal documents, including complaints, answers, motions to dismiss , and motions for summary judgment .
Discovery & Investigation: Conduct written discovery, perform document reviews, and take/defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
Trial & Court Appearances: Represent clients in state and federal courts across Indiana for hearings, mediations, and bench or jury trials.
Strategic Counseling: Provide legal advice on risk assessment, case evaluation, and settlement options to help clients navigate complex disputes.
Client Relations: Manage direct communications with clients, providing regular updates and maintaining high-level professional service. Indiana Licensing & Requirements Licensure: Must be in good standing and licensed Education: A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school is required

Compensation

• * base salary based off experience
• * Bonuses
• * Health, Dental, Vision, 401K

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.