Deputy Attorney General - Criminal Appeals

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

87d•$76,597 - $104,743•Hybrid

About The Position

The Appeals Division of the Indiana Attorney General’s Office represents the State, its agencies, officers, employees, and interests before state and federal appellate courts in civil and criminal cases, and before federal district courts in habeas corpus proceedings. Deputy Attorneys General in the Criminal Appeals Section primarily represent the State of Indiana in criminal appeals before the Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. The Section primarily handles appeals from state trial courts in criminal and post-conviction matters. The Deputy Attorney General carries a substantial caseload and represents the State’s interests within office guidelines and supervision. The Deputy is responsible for all aspects of assigned appeals, from confirming deadlines and scheduling and communicating with stakeholders through motion practice, briefing, oral argument, and post-decision review and proceedings. Representation must comply with applicable appellate rules, division practices, office policies, professional conduct rules, and other applicable laws, standards, and guidelines. The Deputy remains primarily responsible for assigned cases until an appearance is withdrawn or employment concludes. Other duties consistent with the division and section may be assigned, including responding to prosecutor inquiries, handling appeals in other cases and proceedings (including civil cases), conducting research projects, supervising law clerks, and occasional administrative assignments. Superior research and writing skills, including Westlaw research, and persuasive written and oral appellate advocacy are expected.

Requirements

Admission to the Indiana Bar.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with legal and non-legal professionals.
Ability to multitask and manage a large caseload.
Ability to zealously advocate on behalf of the State.
Ability to work well with others.
Proficiency in computer skills.
Ability to competently manage relationships and communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, and colleagues.
Superior research skills, including Westlaw research, and writing skills.
Persuasive written and oral appellate advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

Represent the State of Indiana in criminal appeals in the Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
Manage a substantial caseload of criminal and post-conviction appeals from state trial courts.
Handle all aspects of assigned appeals, including confirming deadlines and scheduling, communicating with stakeholders, motion practice, briefing, oral argument, and post-decision review and proceedings.
Ensure representation conforms to appellate rules, division practices, office policies, professional conduct rules, and applicable laws, standards, and guidelines.
Respond to prosecutor inquiries and handle appeals in other cases and proceedings, including civil cases, as assigned.
Conduct research projects, supervise law clerks, and perform occasional administrative assignments as assigned.

Benefits

Four medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus 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 covering a variety of employee needs.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
New Parent Leave.
Eligibility as a 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 the possibility of working two remote days per week.