Legal Jobs in Columbus, Indiana

Job Title: Corporate Counsel III Company: American Water Company Location: Greenwood, IN Description: Company History Founded in 1886 as the American Water Works & Guarantee Company, American Water has been serving customers and communities for more than 121 years, and is the parent company to our nineteen state subsidiaries. The people of American Water have centuries of combined experience in the water and wastewater industry. The team includes world-renowned researchers who are on the leading edge of scientific study and environmental protection, people who have been with us not only decades, but also for generations, and those who are passionate about environmental stewardship and care. Our crew members and plant operators get up each day with one goal in mind - to make sure American Water provides the best possible water service to our customers. We're a company with a track record of financial success, environmental compliance, successful partnerships, and commitment to our customers. We are customer and community focused, forward thinking and performance driven. Our beginnings were humble, and the company's origins can be traced to the local water utilities of the post-civil war era. A small group of entrepreneurs and innovators spurred the nation's industrial development by bringing a critical commodity - pure, abundant water - to towns and cities across the land. In the years that followed, American Water grew and grew as smaller systems were purchased. Our service footprint now stretches across the country and into Canada. Today, our hard-working teams proudly serve more than 15.6 million people in 32 U.S. states and in Ontario, Canada. We work hard each and every day to supply our customers with something they cannot live without - high-quality water and wastewater services. We are scientists, innovators and stewards of the environment. We are American Water. Job Details Corporate Counsel III Job ID #: 4220 Location: Greenwood, IN Functional Category:Legal Business Unit Description: Employment Type: Full Time - Regular Education Required: Juris Doctor Experience Required: 7 - 10 Years Relocation Provided: Yes Shift: Hours of Work: Primary Role To provide legal counsel and representation to the Indiana, Michigan and Ohio leadership teams on a variety of legal risks and opportunities, (regulation, litigation, employment, labor, corporate governance, business development, environmental, etc.) and other business matters. Key Accountabilities Provide advice and counsel on a pro-active basis to executives, senior managers and employees in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio in respect to legal issues affecting the business; provide legal assistance to Business Development Team in those states (e.g., acquisitions, contract operations). Handle all aspects of day-to-day business contracts, agreements, including negotiating, drafting and interpreting long-term water franchise and supply, service, financing and other business agreements. Becomes acquainted with legal expertise within the American Water Law Department and consistently calls on it to asist. Budget for, and supervise and be accountale for the performance of outside counsel by maximizing the quality, cost and efficiency of outside legal services. Be a business partner and a member of the management team being proactive in learning about all aspects of the business and the regulatory process. Support the Divisional General Counsel in building the capabilities of the functional legal team. Being a valued member of the national AWW Legal team and a team player. Proactively provide support and advice with respect to general corporate governance for the Indiana, Ohio and Michigan subsidiaries, including: drafting resolutions, consents, and minutes for each entity's board of directors; internal and external policy compliance, assisting Treasury with financing covenant compliance, and being responsible for FASB 5 reporting requirements and other required corporate reporting. Assist, direct and participate in judicial and administrative proceedings, for specific items as required. Such matters include but are not limited to general litigation, public utility commission rate cases and other matters, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other dispute resolution proceedings. Provide any required internal legal, risk management, or compliance reports. Maintain a high level of professional ethics, compliance, and continuing professional development. Negotiate, prepare and review all contracts and other legal documents negotiated, prepare and review all contracts and other legal documents to ensure that the best interests of the business are protected. Skills Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing, teambuilding, and decision-making. Strong leadership skills, including ability to work effectively with all levels throughout the organization and across functional lines.Strong management skills for planning, organizing and communicating. Ability to conduct effective legal research.Must have fundamental computer skills. Ability to maintain flexible working hours. Overnight and extended periods of travel are necessary.Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information in an appropriate and professional manner. Having a proven sense of legal judgment to be able to recognize when one needs to consult or draw on the expertise of others in the law department. Must be licensed to practice in one or more states where the Division currently conducts business (which shall include, at a minimum, Indiana). Professional disciplinary record that does not limit ability to receive professional licensing reciprocity, if available. Knowledge Expertise in one or more practice areas relevant to the business; i.e., public utility laws and regulations, litigation, financing, commercial transactions, property, labor & employment, environmental, mergers & acquisitions, and administrative law. Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney Company: Threlkeld & Assciates Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Downtown Insurance Defense Firm is seeking an experienced associate attorney. Position requires:Excellent verbal and writing skillsAbility to maintain large caseload with little directionConclude cases through litigation; settlement or trialAbility to plan, organize and present caseAbility to evaluate cases and complete discovery Firm offers:·          Competitive salary and bonus program·          Health and Dental insurance·          Short Term Disability and AD&D·          401(k) and matching funds·          Profit Share Contributions·          Paid garage parking within a block of office and available 24/7 Please provide resume and writing sample.

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Junior Level Company: Kelly Law Registry Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Junior Level Our client is a mid-sized law firm who is looking for an individual to assist a team of 2-3 attorneys with trial preparation.  This candidate does NOT need an active nursing license; however, it is imperative that he or she be familiar with medical records (ordering, reading, etc.) so that they can maintain files, create medical record summaries, and otherwise advise attorneys on medical file management and organization. This person would essentially be managing and summarizing all medical discovery while working closely with the attorneys through the various stages of litigation.  *This is an excellent opportunity to grow with a very successful law firm, and an incredible way to synthesize a candidate's medical and legal backgrounds.Additional training is available for the right candidate.  Compensation package is competitive. Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: attorney personal injury, premises liability Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: seeking attorney: personal injury, premises liability, (apply for financing of case possiblity) interstate. lititgation experience preferred. Please call if you are interested, Register to View . or Register to View Sincerely, Bea

Job Title: Personal Injury Paralegal Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Telecommuting and On Site Temporary Paralegal Assignment Opportunities: Experienced Indiana paralegals needed for temporary and/or contract work to be performed performed primarily in your home or on site, depending on the needs of the client. We are currently seeking paralegals with general litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal law, bankruptcy or class action/complex litigation experience. A successful candidate will have: at least one year of paralegal experience, excellent references, good time management skills, attention to detail, good written and oral communication skills, an ability to meet deadlines and a high comfort level with technology/computers. You must be self motivated and independent. You can set your own working hours when working on a telecommuting assignment, but must be available by telephone and email during at least 4 regular daytime business hours each day you are working on an assignment. On site assignment hours are determined by the client. Our paralegals are paid $17-25 per hour depending upon experience level and the tasks required. You must have a land line telephone, computer with Microsoft Office software, printer and high speed internet connection in your home for telecommuting work. We provide free long distance for work related calls, voice mail and email accounts. We also pay one half of your internet connection bill for each month in which you work from home for more than 25 hours. Apply on our website at www.homefrontlegal.com or send your resume, with three work references, and a short writing sample which demonstrates your written communication skills to: Donyelle Lytle Register to View Home Front Legal Services LLC 715 E. 107th Street Indianapolis, IN 46280 Register to View Register to View toll free telephone and fax

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Secretary Position Wanted Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant/Paralegal seeking a full-time position. I have 18 years experience in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Probate, Class Action, Family Law and now Criminal. I have been with my current firm for the last 4 years at the same $39,000.00 a year salary working the same 50 hours a week with no paid overtime which shows I am a loyal hard working employee. I currently work in downtown Indianapolis and live on the northwest side of Indianapolis. There are no perks with this firm (I buy the company coffee and paper towels with my money and wait to get reimbursed. My current firm is disorganized, disruptive and discriminatory. I am a decent employee and I am ready to move on. If you require a hard working loyal employee, please contact me and I will forward my Resume to your attention.

Job Title: Indiana Licensed Attorney Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Attorney with current Indiana license needed to complete residential real estate document preparation. I am looking for attorneys with experience in the filing of a complaint & lis pendens or equivalent in your state as well as handling quiet title and reformation orders. This project does require malpractice insurance. Please reply to the ad for more information and specifics.

Job Title: Paralegal Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Downtown law firm seeks part-time or full-time litigation paralegal with experience in civil practice, preferably in insurance defense. MS Word, typing, attention to detail and good organizational skills required. Bachelors degree or paralegal certificate preferred but not required. Paid on-site parking and other benefits provided. Please e-mail resume and salary history.

Job Title: Legal Assistant Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Legal Assistant needed! Applicants need some experience in litigation, real estate, and/or collections. Applicants Must have an excellent work ethic, strong communication skills and a strong desire to excel in a high volume environment. Pay starts at $12.50-$14.60 per hr. Please contact Register to View Please Place Job title In Subject Line. Thanks, Jessica BLue

Job Title: Attorney Opportunity Company: Location: Indianapolis, IN Description: Attorneys - Been Downsized? Starting your own practice? Space sharing arrangement with possible referrals or Association with other quality attorneys. Downtown Indianapolis Register to View - Please call for more information Delaware Street at Ohio Street