Jobs Board

[March 2024]

FOR ATTORNEYS


FULL TIME ATTORNEY

May Oberfell Lorber, the oldest law firm in Northern Indiana, is seeking a litigation attorney to grow its Mishawaka, IN office. This is a great opportunity to work for a law firm that provides a mix of complex work, direct client interaction and a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements:

  • Admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana
  • Three to ten years of experience
  • Strong analytical ability, excellent communication and writing skills, and ability to work with a team and meet deadlines

At May Oberfell Lorber, we provide a competitive pay package based on experience, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401(k) with Safe Harbor Match.

With offices in Mishawaka, Indiana and Dowagiac, Michigan, May Oberfell Lorber is a law firm offering a range of services to clients in Northern Indiana and Southwestern Michigan. The Firm has been a part of the community since January 1, 1856, and strives to have a positive impact in the wider Michiana area.

To be considered, provide your cover letter and resume.


Assistant City Attorney

The City of South Bend seeks an experienced litigation attorney to join its legal team. The selected individual will also represent the Historic Preservation Commission and its staff. Responsibility for additional departments or practice areas may be required based on need as well as attorney experience and developmental interest. Excellent writing and analytical ability, sound academic credentials, and good character and interpersonal skills are all essential for success in this role. The selected individual will interact with a team of attorneys and City leadership and employees to provide daily legal advice.

Salary range $80,000-$90,000 annually + benefits  LINK TO FULL JOB POSTING


FULL TIME ATTORNEY

Exoneration Justice Clinic Staff Attorney (Limited term)

Notre Dame Law School Exoneration Justice Clinic provides law students with real-world lawyering experience representing clients who were wrongfully convicted. The clinic is committed to correcting the miscarriage of justice by investigating, litigating and overturning wrongful convictions.

The Clinic has been awarded a grant to administer a program for the defense of Mexican nationals in criminal matters in the United States (“PDM”). Under the supervision of the Faculty Director of the Exoneration Justice Clinic, the PDM Staff Attorney will provide case oversight, chair intake student committee meetings and assist in development of case strategy. In addition to collaborative work, the Staff Attorney is expected to work autonomously and make decisions independently for the benefit of their client.  Salary range:  $84,000-$100,00   LINK TO JOB POSTING


FULL TIME ASSOCIATE

THK Law is a small law firm with the resources and talent of a large law firm.  As a result of several strong years of growth, several practice areas are looking to add depth to their team.  This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers with one to four years of work experience who want to collaborate with a great team of lawyers in a smaller firm environment.  THK seeks two new associates with experience in one or more of its primary practice areas, which include corporate, real estate, civil litigation, estate planning and administration, and elder law.  This is a fantastic opportunity for attorneys who want to leverage their specialized knowledge while broadening their practice to support the firm’s existing client base.

THK is a unique firm that has a strong commitment to work-life balance, attorney development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Competitive salary, benefits, and incentive compensation.

The firm works on a hybrid basis, but new hires are expected to spend concentrated time in the South Bend office the first six months to collaborate with the practice areas and THK team.

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FULL TIME ATTORNEY

The City of South Bend seeks an experienced generalist attorney to join its legal team to serve as support for the South Bend Human Rights Commission, South Bend Animal Resource Center, and assist with support for the City’s Access to Public Records Act requests. Responsibility for additional departments or practice areas may be assigned based on need as well as attorney experience and/or developmental interest. Excellent writing and analytical ability, sound academic credentials, and good character and interpersonal skills are all essential for success in this role. The selected individual will interact with a team of attorneys and City leadership and employees to provide daily legal advice to further the City’s strategic goals and preserve its legal and ethical integrity.  Salary range: $75-90,000.

FULL JOB POSTING HERE


FULL TIME ATTORNEY

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Traffic & Misdemeanor  (FULL TIME)

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Full Time Staff Attorney

This is a full-time staff attorney position. The attorney will provide substantive legal
assistance and representation to low-income eligible clients. They may focus on specific areas of practice
or be generalists, depending on client and office needs. They also may assist with community legal
education and work with community groups as assigned. The attorney will work under the supervision of
the Managing Attorney.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide high quality legal representation in court proceedings in administrative, state, and federal
court proceedings.
• Provide high quality legal advice, limited service, and negotiation.
• Review applications for legal assistance to assess legal issues and needs.
• Develop specialized expertise in areas of poverty law and learn to recognize issues and develop
major litigation on issues of importance to clients.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with local and state bar associations and community
agencies that serve or work on issues affecting ILS’s clients.
• Provide community education and work with community groups.
• Conduct outreach in the ten counites in the South Bend Office service area.
• Utilize paralegal and other support staff to support your practice.
• Foster collegiality and teamwork within ILS, including sharing work product and expertise.
• Comply with all LSC and grant requirements and all ILS policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Dedicated to the mission of Indiana Legal Services.
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana or able promptly to become licensed.
• At least three (3) years of attorney experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel as needed to perform job responsibilities.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with diverse populations.

COMPENSATION: Starting salary is $57,425, with a range up to a maximum of $75,535, depending
on experience. ILS offers an excellent fringe benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental,
vision, Rx), disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a flex benefit plan.
POSITION START DATE: As soon as reasonably possible.
TO APPLY: Send a letter explaining your interest and experience, your resume, and a list of at least 3
professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers to Human Resources at
human.resources@ilsi.net.

South Bend Attorney Job Announcement


Deputy Attorney

This position is part-time, non-exempt, and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual.  Applicant must have experience level pursuant to State Public Defender guidelines. Applicant must have an office of their own. Salary: $34,000 – $37,000 + Office Stipend.

Essential Functions:

Deputy Public Defender handling misdemeanor cases in the St. Joseph Superior Court.

Apply Online at: www.sjcindiana.com


Full Time Attorney

Established South Bend law firm, Sopko, Nussbaum, Inabnit & Kaczmarek, is seeking an associate attorney. We serve our clients in an array of practice areas including litigation, real estate, probate, corporate and transactional work.  This position will provide the opportunity to gain experience in many areas, and ultimately allow you to focus on your areas of interest.  All levels of experience will be considered, and pay will be commensurate with experience.  Excellent 401(k) benefit and advancement opportunities.  Please send a cover letter and resume to brenti@sni-law.com<mailto:brenti@sni-law.com>.


Full Time Attorney – Work Remotely

In search of Attorney with minimum 1-3 years experience.  Resumes and questions should be sent to Paula Reynolds via email to preynolds@doylefoutty.comFull Description Here


Public Defender PT

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FOR LEGAL STAFF (non-attorney)

PARALEGAL/CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR

The City of South Bend seeks a highly motivated paralegal to join its legal team as a claims administrator in the legal department. The selected individual will work primarily to investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve claims on behalf of the City of South Bend. The person in this role will also provide litigation assistance to City attorneys and offer assistance to administrative staff when necessary.  Salary range: $50-60,000.

FULL JOB POSTING here

COURTROOM DEPUTY CLERK
The Clerk’s Office of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana is accepting
applications for a full-time Courtroom Deputy Clerk. This position is located in the South Bend Division and will be assigned to the Honorable Cristal C. Brisco. The incumbent has sole responsibility for the assigned caseload and independently manages the judge’s cases.

FULL JOB POSTING Courtroom Deputy South Bend (1)


City of Elkhart – – in search of Paralegal

LGL 24-01 Paralegal


Full time secretary/office manager NEEDED

Small Mishawaka solo law office looking for full time legal assistant who helps run the office.  Flexibility; experience preferred.  Please send resume to: gvf55@sbcglobal.net  or call 574-256-5003.

$18-25/hour depending experience, free parking, Full time


Private Attorney in Mishawaka looking for secretary/legal assistant

Private Attorney in Mishawaka looking for secretary/legal assistant.
Must know how to E-File as well as file with the United States
Bankruptcy Court, schedule appointments, 4-ways conferences,
mediation, schedule Court dates, prepare pleadings using Word, speak
with clients and attorneys.

Hours can be Monday thru Thursday 9 to 5 (1 hour unpaid lunch) or 9 to 4 (snack unpaid).  No health insurance offered.  Pay $15.00 to $20.00 per hour depending on skills and knowledge.

Contact CAM at glaw46544@gmail com or 574-256-5003.

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Law Firm Assistant Needed:  Part-time

Position: Small but busy law office seeks part-time office assistant to work about 20 hours per week. Hours will be Monday – Friday daytime, flexible. Duties will be creating legal documents as directed, communicating with clients, some bookkeeping, scanning, and other general office matters.

Qualifications: High school diploma, good written and spoken communication skills, ability to work without close supervision, organization skills, computer literacy – Word and Excel, positive attitude and willingness to work hard and learn.

Compensation: $16.00 per hour and possibly more based on experience.

Please send resume and cover letter to michianalaw@yahoo.com.

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Hiring for multiple positions:  Chief Deputy Clerk of Courts


check out:  http://www.sjcindiana.com/Jobs.aspx