Public-Interest Regulatory Enforcement Litigator

Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General’s Litigation Division seeks an experienced attorney to handle varied civil litigation in state and federal courts. You will advise state agencies, draft pleadings, and supervise paralegals while managing complex cases.

The role emphasizes public service and professional conduct in high-profile matters. Licensed attorneys with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are encouraged to apply.

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.
• Strong legal research and writing skills with clear, persuasive writing.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including research, pleadings, motions, briefs, consultation with agencies, investigation of facts, appearance for all hearings and conferences, negotiation of settlement and trials.
• Advise agencies and other state officials and employees regarding issues that arise in litigation.
• Communicate and maintain a professional relationship with agencies, opposing parties, third parties, management and co-workers regarding litigation questions, concerns, and issues that arise during litigation.
• Supervise work of assigned paralegals on pleadings, discovery, and other tasks.
• Participate in appeals, depending on involvement of Appeals Division and Solicitor General.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.
• The position may require some travel.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Public service mindset

Job description

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General’s Litigation Division seeks an experienced attorney to handle varied civil litigation in state and federal courts. You will advise state agencies, draft pleadings, and supervise paralegals while managing complex cases.

The role emphasizes public service and professional conduct in high-profile matters. Licensed attorneys with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are encouraged to apply.