Deputy Attorney General - Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation

Office of the Indiana Attorney General • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General (OAG) has a long-standing commitment to serving the best interests of the State and its residents. The Litigation Division acts as the State's law firm, advocating for and defending its interests through experienced trial attorneys who handle a wide range of matters. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in promoting the public interest and litigating significant cases. The Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation Section specifically handles complex, high-profile cases in state and federal courts, including constitutional challenges, election law, enforcement actions for state agencies, environmental law, judicial review of agency actions, Quitam, temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and whistleblower complaints.

Requirements

• 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.

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.
• Various levels of participation in appeals, depending on involvement of Appeals Division and Solicitor General.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed