Deputy Attorney General - Government Litigation

Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General seeks a litigation attorney to provide legal representation for the State of Indiana and its agencies in state and federal courts and arbitrations. Reports to the Section Chief of Government Litigation.

Required are Indiana bar admission, federal court eligibility, and civil litigation experience with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Indiana and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
• Civil litigation experience in federal and state court.
• Knowledge of federal and state practice rules and rules of ADR.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including research and preparation of pleadings, motions and briefs; consultation with agencies; investigation of facts; appearance in court and arbitrations for all hearings and conferences; negotiation of settlements; and trials.
• Advise agencies and other State officials and employees regarding issues that arise in litigation.
• Supervise work of assigned paralegal on discovery and other tasks.
• Participate in appeals, depending on involvement of Appeals Division.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Section Chief.
• The position may require some travel.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Ethics & public service

Agency liaison

Job description

For more than 165 years, the Office of the Indiana Attorney General (OAG) has been committed to serving the best interests of the State and all Hoosiers. OAG employees have earned an outstanding reputation for meeting the highest professional standards, providing great service, and demonstrating courageous leadership and commitment to excellence to the people of Indiana. If you share our determination to make Indiana a better place to live and work, we invite you to join over 400 of the very best employees and seek a career with the Office of the Indiana Attorney General.

Description

Litigation attorney to provide legal representation on behalf of the State of Indiana and its agencies, officials and employees before state and federal courts and arbitrators. Reports to Section Chief of Government Litigation.

Primary Subject Matter Of Cases

• Section 1983 suits.
• Employment litigation.
• Contract disputes.
• Class Action suits.
• Torts.
• Prosecution and defending injunctions.
• Sex Violent Offender Registry cases.

Examples of Duties

• Handle all phases of litigation, including research and preparation of pleadings, motions and briefs; consultation with agencies; investigation of facts; appearance in court and arbitrations for all hearings and conferences; negotiation of settlements; and trials.
• Advise agencies and other State officials and employees regarding issues that arise in litigation.
• Supervise work of assigned paralegal on discovery and other tasks.
• Various levels of participation in appeals, depending on involvement of Appeals Division.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Section Chief.
• The position may require some travel.

Typical Skills And Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Indiana and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
• Civil litigation experience in federal and state court.
• Knowledge of federal and state practice rules and rules of alternative dispute resolution.
• Familiarity with relevant causes of action; federal and state statutes and regulations; Administrative Orders and Procedures Act; federal and state constitutional law.
• Legal research and writing skills, with emphasis on clear, persuasive legal writing.
• Capable oral advocacy in litigation settings. Ability to work with other attorneys and support staff.
• Ability to zealously negotiate settlements or mediated resolution of cases.
• Ability to work well with agencies and witnesses; maintain an objective of service to assigned state agencies; respond promptly to agency's needs; solicit agency's feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Strong sense of ethics; awareness of potential conflicts of interest that arise in public sector; adherence in all respects to Rules of Professional Conduct and State ethics rules.
• Sensitivity to concerns about individual liability and indemnification, awareness of public relations and implications of high-profile cases.
• Ability to manage high-profile and complex caseload.

Supplemental Information

Salary Range Based On Years Of Experience

• Deputy Attorney General I (0-2 years of practice): $90,000 - $96,000
• Deputy Attorney General II (2-5 years of practice): $96,000 - $104,000
• Deputy Attorney General III (5-8 years of practice): $104,000 - $113,000
• Deputy Attorney General IV (8+ years of practice): $113,000 - $125,000+

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Four (4) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
• Wellness program - earn back dollars in the form of gift cards
• Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
• Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
• Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• New Parent Leave
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage

More information on State of Indiana Benefits can be found at https://www.in.gov/spd/benefits/.