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Deputy Chief Counsel Jobs in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA at Indy Gov
Indy Gov Deputy Chief Counsel Indianapolis, Indiana
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Salary: $92,000.00 Annually
Location: City County Building, IN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 08373
Department: Office of Corporation Counsel
Opening Date: 05/03/2024
Closing Date:
Position Summary:
The Office of Corporation Counsel (OCC) provides legal services to the City and County through its three main divisions: litigation, counseling, and prosecution. The Deputy Chief Counsel will handle general legal matters for City-County agencies, focusing on complex issues, managing a team of attorneys, and providing legal advice to ensure compliance with laws and standards.
Position Responsibilities:
Assist with training and supervising assistant corporation counsels and support staff.
Represent City-County clients in general legal matters, including preparing contracts and drafting ordinances.
Manage a team of counseling attorneys and support staff.
Conduct regular check-ins and delegate responsibilities.
Advise clients on compliance and legal risk avoidance.
Prepare advisory opinions and keep clients informed on legal matters.
Skills Required:
Strong independent judgment.
In-depth knowledge of transactional practice.
Strategic vision and leadership ability.
Analytical ability and intellectual curiosity.
Proficiency in legal writing and oral communication skills.
Time management skills and commitment to ethics and professionalism.
Qualifications:
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Valid license to practice law in Indiana.
Proficiency in legal research tools, including Westlaw.
At least five years’ experience in the practice of law (may include a judicial clerkship) or two years as a Counseling attorney with the Office of Corporation Counsel.
Subject-matter expertise in areas such as contracts, real estate, employment, and land use.
Preferred
Job Requirements:
Five or more years’ experience as a practicing attorney in Indiana.
Experience in local government or administrative procedure.
Experience in advising, drafting, researching, and counseling clients.
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Title: Deputy Chief Counsel
Company: Indy Gov
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Category: Law/Legal, Management
