Deputy Attorney General - Government Litigation

About the role

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General represents the state in cases involving the state's interest, provides legal defense to state officials or agencies in court, and gives formal legal advisory opinions on constitutional or legal questions to state officials.

(The Office of the Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a hybrid work model allowing for the possibility of working two remote days per week.)

Role Overview

Litigation attorney to provide legal representation on behalf of the State of Indiana and its agencies, officials and employees before state and federal courts and arbitrators. Reports to Section Chief of Government Litigation.

Primary Subject Matter Of Cases

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

Principal Job Duties

• Handle all phases of litigation, including research and preparation of pleadings, motions and briefs; consultation with clients; investigation of facts; appearance in court and arbitrations 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.
• Variety of levels of participation in appeals, depending on involvement of Appeals Division.

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.
• 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 clients and witnesses; maintain an objective of service to assigned state agencies; respond promptly to client/agency's needs; solicit client/agency's feedback to improve service; respond 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 Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• 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.