Paralegal - Government Litigation

Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is seeking a paralegal to provide support for approximately three attorneys in the Litigation Division. The role reports to Section Chief and requires strong research and administrative skills.

Responsibilities include assisting with discovery, preparing documents, managing calendars, maintaining files, and coordinating with agencies and opposing counsel. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Time Matters, and e-discovery tools is expected.

Qualifications

• Paralegal degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Time Matters, e-discovery software and various case management tools.
• Good agency relations skills and timely information gathering.
• Pleasant telephone demeanor and effective communication with agencies and opposing counsel.
• Familiarity with civil discovery and summary judgment processes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large volume of cases.
• Awareness of confidentiality and ethical concerns.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the discovery phase of litigation. Process discovery requests and prepare interrogatories, discovery requests and subpoenas; contact agencies or liaisons to obtain documents and responses; track due dates and prepare discovery-related motions.

Skills

Paralegal degree

Legal research

Microsoft Word

Excel

Time Matters

e-discovery software

Case management

Agency relations

Communication skills

Education

Paralegal degree or equivalent

Tools

Time Matters

e-discovery software

Case management tools

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

Provides paralegal support for approximately three attorneys in the Litigation Division. Reports to Section Chief.

Examples of Duties

• Assist in the discovery phase of litigation. Process discovery requests directed to agencies and prepare interrogatories, discovery requests and subpoenas; contact agencies or liaisons to obtain documents and responses to discovery; keep track of due dates and prepare discovery-related motions.
• Identify, collect and prepare evidentiary materials in support of motions for summary judgment or habeas corpus responses, including affidavits and documentary evidence, at the direction of the assigned attorney.
• Legal research if requested.
• Assist in trial preparation, as required.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys in the Litigation Division, as needed and assigned by supervising attorney or Section Chief.
• Answer telephones; type and copy correspondence, pleadings, and legal documents for filing in state or federal courts; docket pleadings and other documents; maintain calendars of attorney due dates; open and close cases; maintain files; and obtain case information upon request from court personnel and opposing counsel.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by supervising attorney, Section Chief or Chief Counsel.

Typical Skills And Qualifications

• Paralegal degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient computer skills required to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Time Matters, e-discovery software and various case management tools.
• Good agency relations skills, including ability to work with agencies to obtain information in a timely manner.
• Pleasant telephone demeanor, as agencies and opposing counsel must frequently be contacted by phone.
• Familiarity with civil discovery process, including knowledge of the various forms of discovery and appropriate objections.
• Familiarity with summary judgment process, including admissibility of evidence.
• Ability to manage large volume of cases, including monitoring of due dates and prompting of agencies to respond when required. Strong organizational skills required.
• Awareness of ethical concerns, including need for confidentiality.
• The applicant must be able to competently manage agency relationships and communications and to effectively communicate with supervisors and colleagues.

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/.