NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Deputy Attorney General - Civil Appeals
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$77K/yr - $105K/yrNEOGOV is part of the Office of the Indiana Attorney General, which has been serving the State and its citizens for over 165 years. The Deputy Attorney General in the Civil Appeals Section represents the State of Indiana in civil appeals and handles a substantial caseload involving various legal matters before state and federal appellate courts.
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Responsibilities
The Civil Appeals Section represents the interests of the State of Indiana, state agencies and state officials in appeals of civil decisions entered by state and federal trial judges and in the direct appeals to the Court of Appeals of Indiana from final determinations of certain administrative agencies
These appeals involve a wide range of legal subject matters arising from activities of Indiana state government, including but not limited to: constitutional challenges to state statutes and agency policies and rules, judicial review of agency orders, child welfare, torts, civil rights, employment, labor law, environmental and natural resources law, eminent domain, contract, child support, forfeiture, and habeas corpus matters involving prison discipline
A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) assigned to the Section is 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The Deputy is primarily responsible for the cases assigned, until an appearance is withdrawn or employment has concluded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 may be assigned
These may include assisting in other cases and proceedings (including criminal), research projects, supervision of law clerks and interns/externs, and the occasional administrative assignment
Qualification
Required
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
Superior research (Westlaw) and writing skills are expected
Persuasive written and oral appellate advocacy is essential
Benefits
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
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
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