Supervising Deputy Attorney General - Government Litigation

Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Indianapolis (IN); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 165 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid vacation & sick leave

Good pension benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Résumé du poste

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is seeking a Supervising Deputy to lead litigation teams within the Litigation Division. You will manage all phases of complex civil matters, guide agencies, supervise support staff, and shape litigation strategy for state-wide cases.

Ideal candidates possess five or more years of civil litigation experience, law license in Indiana, strong research and writing skills, and adept negotiation abilities. Travel may be required in this public-service role.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of practice preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana and admitted to federal 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 ADR procedures.
• Legal research and writing skills with clear, persuasive writing.

Responsabilités

• Handle all phases of litigation, including research, pleadings, motions, briefs, and trials.
• Advise agencies and state officials on litigation issues.
• Supervise paralegal work on discovery and related tasks.
• Participate in appeals as needed by the case.
• Perform other legal and administrative tasks as assigned.

Connaissances

Supervisory/Management

Five+ years of practice

Licensed in Indiana

Civil litigation experience

Legal research and writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Public sector ethics

Description du poste

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

The Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General serves as the State’s law firm—advocating for and defending the State’s interests. The respected and experienced trial attorneys in the Division zealously and diligently provide legal representation in a wide range of matters. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain unique and exciting experiences promoting the public interest, making a positive difference in the lives of Hoosiers, and litigating cases most attorneys only read about.

Primary Subject Matter Of Cases

• Class action suits.
• 42 U.S.C.
• 1983 suits.
• Contract disputes.
• Constitutional challenges to state statutes and regulations.
• Prosecuting and defending injunctions.
• Judicial review of actions by state agencies.

Additionally, a Supervising Deputy assists the Section Chief in training and supervising attorneys, including reviewing filings, formulating litigation strategy, attending court and setting up moot arguments as requested.

Other duties

consistent with the division and section may be assigned. These may include assisting in other cases and proceedings, research projects, supervision of law students, and the occasional administrative assignment.

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 legal and administrative tasks as assigned by Section Chief.
• Maintaining an appropriate caseload in addition to supervisory duties described herein.
• The position may require some travel.

Typical Skills And Qualifications

• Supervisory/Management experience preferred.
• Five or more years of practice preferred.
• 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 others, maintain an objective of the best interests of the state, respond promptly to requests for service and assistance, solicit feedback to improve service, and 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.

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/.