The State of Indiana is seeking a Deputy Attorney General to join their Litigation Division, which serves as the State’s law firm. This role involves providing legal representation in complex and high-profile cases, handling all phases of litigation, and advising clients on legal matters.
Responsibilities
- Handle all phases of litigation, including research and preparation of pleadings, motions and briefs, consultation with clients, investigation of facts, appearance for all hearings and conferences, negotiation of settlements, and trials
- Advise clients 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 and Solicitor General
- Perform other tasks as assigned by Section Chief
- The position may require some travel
Skills
- 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, Section 1983 litigation and 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
- Excellent 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 public service, solicit feedback to improve service, respond promptly to requests for service and assistance, 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
Benefits
- 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
- Hybrid work model allowing for the possibility of working two remote days per week
Company Overview
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana. It was founded in 1816, and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.in.gov.