Legal General Counsel
$102,024 - $102,024/Yr
State of Indiana - Indianapolis, IN
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Remote - Indianapolis, IN
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The Legal General Counsel for the State of Indiana will oversee legal services for the Indiana Disability Rights organization, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws while advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities. This role requires extensive legal knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex legal issues while fostering positive relationships with various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Supervise staff providing legal services for the agency including attorneys and non-attorney advocates.
- Oversee agency case management policies and procedures.
- Prepare and/or supervise the handling of litigation and legal representation.
- Consult with staff and provide guidance in the investigation of legal facts relating to client rights concerns.
- Manage litigation involving the IPAS Commission utilizing associational standing.
- Provide legal assistance in drafting legal documents, agency policy, and legislation.
- Advise on legislative and policy matters as directed.
- Monitor legal trends and case law that could impact the agency or the people served.
- Serve as a representative of IDR at meetings and public presentations.
- Assist in the development of IDR's priorities and objectives.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.
- 5+ years of progressively responsible experience managing litigation.
- Experience with disability and civil rights laws.
- Ability to supervise others and conduct employee evaluations.
- Superior writing and communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of civil rights law and administrative law.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience directing class action or systemic litigation.
- Prior experience with the protection and advocacy system.
Benefits
- Free parking
- Health savings account
- 457(b)
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Loan forgiveness
- Life insurance
- Referral program
