Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior attorney position focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The employer is seeking accomplished senior attorneys with courtroom confidence, leadership, and strategic approach to manage high-stakes litigation matters.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of New Mexico is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop persuasive case themes that effectively address opposing arguments.
• Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently.
• Manage litigation matters as part of a team with attorneys at all levels of experience.
• Conduct routine client communications.
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients.
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school.
• Must be licensed in your state.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation.
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
• Experience with time management systems.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $140,000 - 170,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700).
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%.
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month.
• Paid parental leave at base pay.
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees.
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
• Defined pathway to partnership.
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events each year.
• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Location

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available. Active bar license in the State of New Mexico is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Recruiting Policy

No recruiters/agencies.