• Staff Attorney

    State of Indiana (Indianapolis, IN)


    Staff Attorney

     

    Date Posted: Sep 9, 2025

     

    Requisition ID: 465367

    Location:

    Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

     

    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 Justin P. Forkner, 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 $86,000 but may be commensurate with education and/or experience.

     

    To Apply: Please apply by September 22, 2025

    About the Job:

    Are you a versatile attorney with a passion for legal research, policy development, and public service? The Indiana Office of Court Services (IOCS) is seeking a Legal Support Attorney to join our Legal Support and Statistics Division. This is a unique opportunity to apply your legal expertise across a broad range of topics while supporting Indiana’s judges, courts, and judicial committees.

     

    Why Join IOCS?

     

    • Impactful Work: Help shape legal policy and support the judiciary across Indiana.

    • Collaborative Culture: Work with a dedicated team of professionals who value innovation and service.

    • Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead, mentor, and contribute to statewide legal initiatives.

    • Work-Life Balance: Full-time role with meaningful work and a supportive environment.

    A Day in the Life:

     

    In this dynamic role, you’ll serve as a trusted legal advisor and resource for Indiana’s judiciary. Your responsibilities will include:

     

    • Responding to complex legal research requests from judicial officers and court administrators across a wide range of legal topics, including but not limited to civil, family, probate, administrative, and criminal law.

    • Monitoring and analyzing case law and legislation that may impact Indiana’s courts.

    • Collaborating with a team of staff attorneys.

    • Supporting Judicial Conference and Supreme Court committees by coordinating meetings, preparing materials, and assisting with policy development.

    • Contributing to the revision of Benchbooks, drafting legal content, and ensuring timely updates.

    • Collaborating with IOCS education attorneys to develop and review judicial education materials and presentations.

    What You'll Need for Success:

    • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

    • Licensed to practice law in Indiana, in good standing.

    • 3+ years of legal practice with demonstrated experience in legal research and writing.

    • A broad understanding of Indiana’s judicial system, including trial court operations and the Indiana Rules of Court.

    • Experience working in or with Indiana courts, with a strong, professional working relationship with judges, court staff, and clerks.

    • A collaborative spirit, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to public service.

    • Experience in multiple areas of law (e.g., civil, family, administrative, or criminal).

    • Excellent legal research and writing abilities.

    • Strong organizational and project management skills.

    • Effective verbal and written communication tailored to diverse audiences.

    • Proficiency with Lexis, Westlaw, and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).

    • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, including Odyssey and INcite.

    Benefits package for full-time employees:

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

    • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans;

    • Wellness program (offers a premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards);

    • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution;

    • Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match;

    • Two (2) fully funded pension plan options;

    • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

    o 150 hours of paid new parent leave;

    o Up to 7.5 hours of paid community service leave;

    • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off;

    • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years;

    • Group life insurance;

    • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits;

    • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program;

    • Free Parking for most positions;

    • Free LinkedIn Learning access

    • Hybrid Option for eligible employees/positions

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    The Indiana Supreme Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, socioeconomic status, status as a protected veteran or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and the Indiana Judicial Code.

     

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and will need reasonable accommodation to assist you in applying for the position or performing the essential functions of the job, the Indiana Supreme Court will provide such reasonable accommodations.

     

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