Deputy Attorney General - Criminal Appeals
About The Position
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. The Appeals Division of the Attorney General’s Office represents the State, its agencies, officers, employees and interests, before the state and federal appellate courts in civil and criminal cases, and in federal district courts in habeas corpus proceedings. Deputy Attorneys General assigned to the Criminal Appeals Section primarily represent the State of Indiana in criminal appeals brought in the Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
Requirements
- Admitted to the Indiana Bar
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to relate effectively to both legal and non-legal professionals
- Ability to multi-task and manage a large caseload
- Ability to zealously advocate on behalf of the State
- Ability to work well with others
- Proficient in computer skills
- Ability to competently manage relationships and effectively communicate with clients, supervisors, and colleagues
- Superior research (Westlaw) and writing skills
- Persuasive written and oral appellate advocacy
Responsibilities
- Represent the State of Indiana in criminal appeals brought in the Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
- Handle appeals from state trial courts in criminal and post-conviction matters.
- Carry a substantial caseload and represent the State’s interests within the guidelines and supervision of the office.
- Manage all aspects of the appeal: confirming deadlines and scheduling, communicating with stakeholders, motion practice, briefing, oral argument, and post-decision review and proceedings.
- Ensure all representation conforms with the Rules of Appellate Procedure, division style and format practice, office policies, professional conduct rules and expectations, and all other applicable laws, standards and guidelines.
- Be primarily responsible for assigned cases until an appearance is withdrawn or employment has concluded.
- Perform other duties consistent with the division and section, which may include prosecutor inquiries, appeals in other cases and proceedings (including civil cases), research projects, supervision of law clerks, and occasional administrative assignments.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
