Email:
branden.bastin@atg.in.gov
Contact Phone:
(317) 232-2027
Job or Position Title:
Deputy Attorney General - Criminal Appeals
Company or Organization:
Office of the Indiana Attorney General
Location:
302 W. Washington St., 5th Floor Indianapolis, IN 46204
Salary Information:
$76,597.00 - $104,743.00
- 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.
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Examples of Duties
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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 The Deputy is primarily responsible for the cases assigned, until an appearance is withdrawn or employment has concluded.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.
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Typical Skills and Qualifications
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- 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.
Requirements:
Admitted to the Indiana Bar.
Closing Date:
07/27/2027
Website or Application Links:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/inattorneygeneral/jobs/5214541/deputy-attorney-general-criminal-appeals?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Additional Information:
The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.