About the Department

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. 

Position Duties

The Criminal Appeals Section primarily handles appeals from state trial courts in criminal and post-conviction matters. A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) assigned to the Section carries a substantial caseload and is responsible for representing the State’s interests within the guidelines and supervision of the office. The Deputy is responsible for all aspects of the appeal: confirming deadlines and scheduling, communicating with stakeholders, motion practice, briefing, oral argument, and post-decision review and proceedings. All representation must conform 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. The Deputy is primarily responsible for the cases assigned, until an appearance is withdrawn or employment has concluded.

Other duties consistent with the division and section maybe assigned. These may include prosecutor inquiries, appeals in other cases and proceedings (including civil cases), research projects, supervision of law clerks, and the occasional administrative assignment.

Superior research (Westlaw) and writing skills are expected, and persuasive written and oral appellate advocacy is essential.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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; and
• Ability to competently manage relationships and effectively communicate with clients, supervisors, and colleagues.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• 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

More information on State of Indiana Benefits can be found at https://www.in.gov/spd/benefits/.

Agency Information

Employer

Office of the Indiana Attorney General

Address

302 West Washington Street

IGCS, 5th Floor






Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204

Website

https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/