Staff Attorney

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The Office of Judicial Administration is responsible for the efficient administration of all agencies that operate under the direction of the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court. That includes 200 personnel; fiscal management; communication; technology; legal services; intergovernmental relations; services for the trial courts; and support for court boards, commissions, and committees. The Office is headed by Chief Administrative Officer Aaron Hood, who reports directly to the Chief Justice of Indiana and serves as the link between the Chief Justice and the agencies of the Court.

Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020 but may be commensurate with education and/or experience.

The Supreme Court Services Staff Attorney directly serves the Justices of the Indiana Supreme Court in conducting legal research for the Court, drafting and reviewing legal memoranda on a variety of matters, staffing cases at Court conference and oral arguments, and other duties as required. This is a high-level position that requires outstanding legal analysis and writing skills and a dedication to the Court’s mission.

Work may relate to the Court’s appellate function, attorney and judicial discipline cases, original actions, and miscellaneous motions. Staff Attorneys must be self-motivated and work well with others in a team environment with minimal supervision.

This position requires substantial writing experience and familiarity with the Indiana Rules of Appellate Procedure; it is not an entry-level attorney position.

• Conduct legal research and analysis on assignments involving difficult procedural and/or substantive matters
• Interpret and determine the applicability of rules, laws, statutes, and other legal authority
• Draft and review memoranda, orders, and other legal documents on a variety of matters
• Staff cases on transfer at Court conference and assist arguing attorneys and the Court at oral argument
• Respond to inquiries from attorneys and the public
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Juris Doctorate and active license to practice law in Indiana.

Integrity

• Exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
• Maintain personal and business affairs in a manner that ensures public confidence in the integrity, competence, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary as well as avoid situations that could lead to conflict, or the appearance of conflict

Professionalism

• Interact with all persons in a respectful manner, maintain business-like appearance, and promote harmony in the workplace
• Interact with executive branch agencies, federal agencies, and judicial officers in a manner that promotes confidence and respect in the Office of Judicial Administration

Communication

• Communicating effectively and respectfully with team members, supervisors, and staff in other divisions of the Office of Judicial Administration
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Organization

• Manage assignments to ensure all tasks are completed within deadlines
• Effectively manage time and prioritization of tasks and projects

Attention to Detail

• Research, coordinate, and track work in a proficient manner to ensure accuracy

Problem Solving

• Identify problems and review related information to develop and implement solutions
• Use deductive reasoning skills to meet several complimentary goals

Critical Thinking

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Decision-Making

• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Considering…