New Mexico Probate Attorney (Contract and Fully Remote)

Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced probate and/or trust & estates attorney licensed in New Mexico to work flexible hours remotely. This contract role is ideal for solo practitioners with at least 5 years of experience handling probate and administration proceedings, who are knowledgeable about local jurisdictional rules governing the probate process.

Responsibilities

• Handle probate matters and administration proceedings in New Mexico
• Complete probate forms and supplemental court filings, including Inventory and Appraisal, Accounting, and Final Distribution documents
• Ensure compliance with jurisdictional rules and filing requirements

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in good standing in New Mexico
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 5 years of experience handling probate matters in New Mexico
• Knowledge of appropriate probate forms and filing requirements
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding professional references

Position Details

• Role Type: Contract/Engagement
• Schedule: Part-time, approximately 5 to 15 hours per month
• Location: Fully remote, must be located in New Mexico

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay ranges from $150,000 to $210,000 on a full-time equivalent basis
• Pay rate for contract roles depends on experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market factors, and candidate preference
• Contract professionals are typically W2 employees eligible for benefits when working 20 or more hours per week
• Benefits include Group Life, Long-Term Disability (LTD), Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), a qualified 401(k) plan, CLE and Professional Expense stipends

Confidentiality

Candidate identities will not be disclosed to prospective clients without prior consent. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Location

This is a fully remote position requiring the candidate to be located in New Mexico.