About This Role
This full-time judicial officer position, funded by the State of Indiana, involves handling a high volume of preliminary criminal proceedings, domestic relations cases, civil disputes, and small claims court matters. The role requires an analytical, impartial, and highly dedicated legal professional who can also provide emergency availability during specific times of the year.
Responsibilities
- Preside over hearings, including initial appearances, arraignments, preliminary hearings, and small claims trials
- Review and issue warrants by evaluating evidence and affidavits submitted by law enforcement for search, arrest, or blood-draw warrants
- Determine pre-trial release by convening initial hearings to set bail amounts and bond conditions in accordance with Indiana statutory guidelines
- Render legal decisions by reviewing case files, hearing testimony, evaluating evidence, and issuing fair, legally sound rulings on motions and minor offenses
- Maintain court integrity by managing the courtroom efficiently, maintaining an objective, professional environment, and accurately overseeing case records
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the State of Indiana
- Minimum of 5 years of practicing law as an attorney, with deep knowledge of Indiana civil and criminal procedures
- Exceptional objectivity, patience, and professional ethics suitable for a fast-paced courtroom setting
Benefits
- State-sponsored comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Participation in the state-administered judicial pension and retirement savings programs
- Paid state public holidays and generous annual leave allocations
Important Details
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
- On-Call Availability: Requires 24/7 after-hours on-call availability for 4 months out of the year (on a rotating basis with other judicial officers) to review emergency filings, evaluate probable cause affidavits, and issue urgent warrants
- Application deadline: October 29, 2026
Application Process
- Submit a cover letter and resume by the deadline of October 29, 2026
