Overview
This role is for a senior attorney to support insurance defense and trial advocacy work within a national litigation practice. The position involves leading high-exposure matters, managing full case responsibilities, and serving as a leader for less experienced attorneys.
An active bar license in the State of New Mexico is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and drive a case theme aligned with defense strategy
- Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently
- Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Collaborate with attorneys at all levels on case strategy and execution
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and future clients
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in your state (active bar license in the State of New Mexico is required)
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- Experience handling discovery and trial preparation responsibilities
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience handling insurance defense matters
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $140,000 - 170,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000 plus an additional $7,500 for every additional tier
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, 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: $100-$200/month (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm)
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- 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 (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. New Mexico bar license required.