Litigation Attorney

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

Job summary

Plunket Cooney in Indianapolis seeks a seasoned Litigation Attorney to support and grow our downtown office. The ideal candidate will handle diverse matters with significant client contact in state and federal courts, contributing to a collaborative and high-quality practice.

The role emphasizes strong writing, advocacy, and relationship-building skills, with opportunities to expand a private practice within a well-established firm environment.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of litigation experience, preferably in defense matters.
• Courtroom experience in Indiana state and/or federal court, preferably in defense matters.
• Knowledge of Indiana Trial Rules, local rules and court procedures.
• A strong commitment to professional excellence and ongoing development.
• Ability to grow a client base and expand existing relationships.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Indiana Bar in good standing.

Skills

Litigation experience

Courtroom experience

Trial Rules knowledge

Client development

Research & writing

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Indiana Bar admission

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Attorney

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Plunket Cooney, a respected member of the Indianapolis legal community for over a decade, is seeking to expand its downtown Indianapolis office. We are looking to add a seasoned Litigation Attorney to support and grow our dynamic practice. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated legal professional to join a collaborative team with a strong reputation for excellence, while also building their own practice in a supportive and well-established environment.

Plunket Cooney, a respected member of the Indianapolis legal community for over a decade, is seeking to expand its downtown Indianapolis office. We are looking to add a seasoned Litigation Attorney to support and grow our dynamic practice. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated legal professional to join a collaborative team with a strong reputation for excellence, while also building their own practice in a supportive and well-established environment.

The ideal candidate will be a versatile, client-focused attorney with a proven ability to handle complex litigation matters. This role offers significant client contact and the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging cases in both state and federal courts.

To Be Considered, a Candidate Must Have

• 3-8 years of litigation experience, preferably in defense matters.
• Courtroom experience in Indiana state and/or federal court, preferably in defense matters.
• Knowledge of and experience with Indiana Trial Rules, local rules and court procedures.
• A strong commitment to professional excellence and ongoing development.
• A demonstrated ability and desire to grow a client base and expand existing relationships.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Indiana Bar in good standing.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to compete and prosper in highly competitive and complex environments with significant client contact. Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.