New Mexico Probate Attorney (Contract and Fully Remote)

Overview

This is a fully remote, contract attorney role for an experienced probate and/or trust & estates attorney located in New Mexico. The position offers flexible weekly hours while you maintain the sophistication of your current solo practice. Strong candidates are solo practitioners licensed in New Mexico with 5+ years of experience handling probate and administration proceedings, including familiarity with local/jurisdictional rules governing the probate process.

Responsibilities

• Handle probate matters in New Mexico
• Complete probate forms and supplemental court filings, including:
  • Inventory and Appraisal
  • Accounting
  • Final Distribution documents
• Prepare and file required probate documentation in accordance with jurisdictional rules

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience handling probate matters in New Mexico
• Knowledge of appropriate forms and filing requirements based on jurisdictional rules
• Experience completing probate forms and supplemental court filings, including (but not limited to) Inventory and Appraisal, Accounting, and Final Distribution documents
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding references
• Licensed and in good standing in New Mexico

Position Details

• Type of role: Contract/Engagement
• Schedule: Part-time (likely 5 - 15 hours per month)
• Location: Fully Remote (located in NM)

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay (annualized, calculated on a full-time basis): $150,000 to $210,000
• Contract pay is based on multiple factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference.
• Benefits:
  • Contract professionals are usually W2 employees and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week
  • Complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D for benefits-eligible contract professionals
  • A qualified 401k plan is also available
  • CLE and Professional Expense stipend for benefits-eligible attorneys

Confidentiality

• Your identity will not be disclosed and you will not be proposed to prospective clients without your prior consent.
• Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity

• Equal Opportunity Employer