Deputy Attorney General - Real Estate Litigation

Office of the Indiana Attorney General•Indianapolis, IN

10h

About The Position

The Deputy Attorney General works in the Real Estate Litigation Section and provides legal representation in litigation affecting the State of Indiana’s interests in state and federal courts. The role prosecutes eminent domain and ejectment actions brought on behalf of the State through its agencies, including the Indiana Department of Transportation, and defends inverse condemnation, foreclosure, and quiet title actions brought against the State and its agencies. It also reviews transactional documents and conducts chain-of-title reviews for State acquisitions. The attorney handles all phases of litigation, advises State agencies and officials on litigation and real estate transactions, and presents the State’s case at trial. The role includes supervising an assigned paralegal, maintaining organized case files, directing case closure after final disposition, and traveling as required for assigned cases. Other tasks may be assigned by the Section Chief.

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 the substantive state law of eminent domain, rules of evidence, and trial and appellate procedures.
Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills.
Effective legal research and writing skills, particularly clear and 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 and prioritize the State’s best interests.
Ability to respond promptly to requests for service and assistance, solicit feedback to improve service, and meet commitments.
Strong ethics and awareness of potential conflicts of interest in the public sector; 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, consultation with agencies, discovery, factual investigation, court appearances, settlement negotiations, mediation, and bench and jury trials.
Prosecute eminent domain and ejectment actions on behalf of the State of Indiana and its agencies.
Defend inverse condemnation, foreclosure, and quiet title actions brought against the State and its agencies.
Review transactional documents and conduct chain-of-title reviews for State acquisitions.
Counsel agencies and State officials and employees regarding real estate transactions and issues arising in litigation.
Review real estate conveyance documents, including title reports, buyer’s notes, legal descriptions, plans, and appraisals, for eminent domain and other real estate proceedings.
Present the State’s case at trial, including arguments, voir dire, presentation of evidence, and cross-examination of witnesses.
Supervise an assigned paralegal on discovery and other tasks.
Travel as required for assigned cases.
Maintain organized case files in case management software and direct the closing of cases and files after final disposition.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.