Office of the Indiana Attorney General
Deputy Attorney General - Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation
Office of the Indiana Attorney General, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Overview
Deputy Attorney General - Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation
The Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General serves as the State’s law firm—advocating for and defending the State’s interests. The division provides legal representation in a wide range of matters, with the Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation Section handling varied, complex, and high‑profile cases in state and federal courts.
The attorneys in this section handle a variety of cases, including constitutional challenges to state laws and regulations, election law, enforcement actions for state agencies, environmental law, judicial review of actions by state agencies, tax law, temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions, and whistleblower complaints.
Responsibilities
Handle all phases of litigation, including research, pleadings, motions, briefs, client consultation, factual investigation, appearances for hearings and conferences, settlement negotiations, and trials.
Advise clients and other state officials and employees regarding issues that arise in litigation.
Maintain professional relationships with clients, opposing parties, third parties, management, and co‑workers regarding litigation questions, concerns, and issues.
Supervise the work of assigned paralegals on pleadings, discovery, and related tasks.
Participate at various levels in appeals, depending on involvement of the Appeals Division and Solicitor General.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.
The position may require some travel.
Areas of Practice / Examples of Duties
Constitutional challenges to state laws and regulations
Election law
Enforcement actions for state agencies
Environmental law
Judicial review of actions by state agencies
Tax law
Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions
Whistleblower complaints
Qualifications
Licensed to practice law in the state of Indiana and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
0-2 years of civil litigation experience.
Legal research and writing skills with emphasis on clear, persuasive legal writing.
Ability to manage a high‑profile and complex caseload.
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, and federal and state constitutional law.
Benefits
Health insurance options (medical, RX, vision, dental)
Wellness program with potential gift card incentives
Health savings account with state contribution
Deferred compensation with employer match
Two fully‑funded pension plan options
Group life insurance
Employee assistance program for behavioral health visits
Paid vacation, personal, and sick time
Competitive leave policies and 12 paid holidays (14 on election years)
New Parent Leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualification
Free 24/7 permit parking at Indiana Government Center facilities
Seniorit y level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration
We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees.
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The Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General serves as the State’s law firm—advocating for and defending the State’s interests. The division provides legal representation in a wide range of matters, with the Administrative and Regulatory Enforcement Litigation Section handling varied, complex, and high‑profile cases in state and federal courts.
The attorneys in this section handle a variety of cases, including constitutional challenges to state laws and regulations, election law, enforcement actions for state agencies, environmental law, judicial review of actions by state agencies, tax law, temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions, and whistleblower complaints.
Responsibilities
Handle all phases of litigation, including research, pleadings, motions, briefs, client consultation, factual investigation, appearances for hearings and conferences, settlement negotiations, and trials.
Advise clients and other state officials and employees regarding issues that arise in litigation.
Maintain professional relationships with clients, opposing parties, third parties, management, and co‑workers regarding litigation questions, concerns, and issues.
Supervise the work of assigned paralegals on pleadings, discovery, and related tasks.
Participate at various levels in appeals, depending on involvement of the Appeals Division and Solicitor General.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Section Chief.
The position may require some travel.
Areas of Practice / Examples of Duties
Constitutional challenges to state laws and regulations
Election law
Enforcement actions for state agencies
Environmental law
Judicial review of actions by state agencies
Tax law
Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions
Whistleblower complaints
Qualifications
Licensed to practice law in the state of Indiana and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
0-2 years of civil litigation experience.
Legal research and writing skills with emphasis on clear, persuasive legal writing.
Ability to manage a high‑profile and complex caseload.
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, and federal and state constitutional law.
Benefits
Health insurance options (medical, RX, vision, dental)
Wellness program with potential gift card incentives
Health savings account with state contribution
Deferred compensation with employer match
Two fully‑funded pension plan options
Group life insurance
Employee assistance program for behavioral health visits
Paid vacation, personal, and sick time
Competitive leave policies and 12 paid holidays (14 on election years)
New Parent Leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualification
Free 24/7 permit parking at Indiana Government Center facilities
Seniorit y level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration
We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees.
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