Senior Level Litigation Associate-Indianapolis

Ice Miller is seeking a senior-level Commercial Litigation Associate to join our Litigation Practice Group, preferably in our Indianapolis office. If you're looking to be part of a team who cares about your career and where your work makes a meaningful impact on clients, the practice, and your colleagues, we’d love to hear from you. Ideal candidates will have five (5) to eight (8) years of experience, a strong interest in leading cases, managing teams, and contributing to strategic case development and execution.

In this position, you will:

• Handle all aspects of litigation: initial assessment, pleadings, discovery strategy, motion practice, depositions, trial and/or oral advocacy
• Supervise less experienced associates and paralegals, assisting with their development and training
• Collaborate with partners in business development and client relationship management, reflecting the firm’s entrepreneurial approach to partnering with clients
• Lead fact investigation efforts: interviews, records review, e‑discovery
• Manage complex business disputes in federal and state courts, and before arbitration panels
• Draft pleadings, briefs, motions, and written strategies
• Engage in strategic depositions and witness preparation
• Coordinate experts and manage large case dockets
• Serve as a trusted advisor to sophisticated clients: general counsel, executives, boards, and other stakeholders
• Join pitch teams, contribute to presentations and proposals, and support continued client engagement
• Demonstrate quality control and awareness of cost-effective legal service
• Have a clear path for advancement and active encouragement to participate in business development

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• At least five (5) years of experience practicing law in a law firm and in-house environment
• Active law license in Indiana
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and business judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation in a collegial, mid-size firm environment
• Quality benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs
• One-on-one career coaching and professional development programming
• A supportive culture centered on mentorship, advancement, and innovation

Ice Miller LLP embraces a work environment that is collaborative, welcoming, and focused on growth.  To maintain our culture, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where talented attorneys from all backgrounds serve our clients, focus on professional development, and perform to their highest potential.  Ice Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in The Diversity Lab's Mansfield Rule 4.0.