Litigation Associate Attorney

About Us

We are a premier, close-knit boutique law firm specializing in high-stakes, complex probate litigation. Our team handles statewide probate matters with substantial amounts in controversy, including will contests, trust disputes, power of attorney abuse, and contested adult guardianships.

We pride ourselves on being a collaborative team of fierce advocates who understand that our clients are often navigating the most emotionally challenging chapters of their lives. We are looking for a driven, compassionate, and sharp Litigation Associate to grow with our firm.

The Role

As a Litigation Associate, you will work directly alongside senior partners on sophisticated fiduciary disputes and when ready while manage your own caseload. This role offers an accelerated path to courtroom advocacy, deposition mastery, and trial leadership. You will serve as both a skilled legal strategist and a grounded guide for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Direct probate litigation matters from initial client intake and strategy development through trial or settlement.
• Courtroom Advocacy: Represent clients, argue motions, and attend status conferences before probate judges across Indiana.
• Trial Preparation & Leadership: Draft trial briefs, prepare evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and seamlessly transition from assisting partners to leading trials.
• Written Advocacy: Draft high-quality petitions, substantive motions, comprehensive discovery requests/responses, and appellate briefs.
• Fact-Finding & Discovery: Conduct thorough investigative reviews of financial records to uncover power of attorney abuse or breaches of fiduciary duty;
  take and defend depositions of family members, medical experts, and financial institutions.
• Client Counseling: Compassionately and honestly guide clients through complex, emotionally charged legal conflicts.

Candidate Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: J.D. from an accredited law school;
  active license to practice law in Indiana (or pending admission).
• Legal Skills: Proficient legal research capabilities and excellent, persuasive legal writing skills.
• Core Attributes: Exceptional oral advocacy skills, sharp investigative instincts, and a high level of emotional intelligence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with your specific qualifications and experience.
• Bonuses: Eligibility for a firm Profit-Sharing Plan after three years of employment.
• Benefits: Comprehensive package competitive with similar firms in Central Indiana.