Deputy Attorney General - Real Estate Litigation

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

7d•$90,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is seeking a litigation attorney for its Real Estate Litigation Section. The attorney provides legal representation in litigation affecting state interests in state and federal courts. The work includes prosecuting eminent domain and ejectment actions on behalf of the State and its agencies, defending inverse condemnation, foreclosure, and quiet title actions, and reviewing transactional documents and chain of title for State acquisitions. The role also includes advising State agencies and officials on real estate transactions and litigation, supervising an assigned paralegal, and presenting the State’s case in court. The Office offers a hybrid work model that allows the possibility of working two remote days per week.

Requirements

Law degree.
Licensed to practice law in Indiana.
Civil litigation experience in federal and state court.
Knowledge of state and federal practice rules.
Familiarity with real estate principles, appraisal principles and practices, and property law.
Familiarity with substantive state law governing eminent domain, rules of evidence, and trial and appellate procedures.
Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills.
Effective legal research and writing skills, particularly clear, persuasive legal writing.
Awareness of public relations and ability to manage high-profile cases.
Ability to negotiate settlements or mediated resolutions zealously.
Ability to work well with others, prioritize the State’s best interests, respond promptly to service requests, solicit feedback, and meet commitments.
Strong ethics, awareness of potential public-sector conflicts of interest, and adherence to the Rules of Professional Conduct and State ethics rules.
Ability to manage multiple matters and time-sensitive deadlines.

Responsibilities

Handle all phases of litigation, including legal research; preparation of pleadings, motions, and briefs; agency consultation; discovery; factual investigation; court appearances; settlement negotiations; mediation; and bench and jury trials.
Counsel agencies and other State officials and employees regarding real estate transactions.
Review real estate conveyance documents, including title reports, buyer’s notes, legal descriptions, plans, and appraisals, for eminent domain and other real estate proceedings.
Advise agencies and other State officials and employees regarding issues arising in litigation.
Supervise the assigned paralegal’s work on discovery and other tasks.
Travel as required for assigned cases.
Present the State’s case at trial, including arguments, voir dire, presenting evidence through witnesses, exhibits, and demonstrations, and cross-examining witnesses.
Maintain organized case files in case management software.
Direct the closing of cases and case files that have reached final disposition.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.

Benefits

Four medical plan options, including prescription coverage, and vision and dental coverage.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn gift cards.
Health savings account with a bi-weekly State contribution.
Deferred compensation account similar to a 401(k), with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Group life insurance.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Paid vacation, personal, and sick time off.
Competitive leave policies.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
New Parent Leave.
Eligibility as an employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage.