Litigation Attorney - Indianapolis, IN

PLUNKETT COONEY, PC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Plunket Cooney, a respected Indianapolis firm, seeks a seasoned Litigation Attorney to support and grow its downtown office. The role offers significant client contact and a variety of cases in state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will have 3–8 years of defense litigation experience, courtroom proficiency in Indiana, and a strong track record in research, writing, and oral advocacy. Indiana Bar admission and a JD from an ABA-accredited school are required.

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of complex litigation matters.
• Provide strategic counsel and advocacy for clients.
• Develop and expand client relationships in the Indianapolis market.
• Collaborate with partners to manage cases in state and federal courts.

Skills

Litigation experience

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research

Legal writing

Client development

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Indiana Bar admission in good standing

Job description

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.