Associate Attorney, New Mexico

Safeguard Law Group. • Chicago, IL

18h • Remote

About The Position

A consumer protection law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its practice in New Mexico. The role involves a broad range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters. The attorney will work from home and communicate with the firm’s New York headquarters exclusively by telephone and electronic means. Candidates must currently reside in New Mexico and be admitted to practice law there. The position includes travel for in-court appearances.

Requirements

• Currently admitted to practice law in New Mexico.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with senior management and employees at all levels.
• Strong legal research skills.
• Currently located in New Mexico.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in LexisNexis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and supervise a heavy, diversified caseload of the firm’s clients in New Mexico.
• Communicate with clients about their matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda; review and draft agreements.
• Communicate with opposing parties to resolve or settle claims.
• Conduct legal research on simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
• Travel for in-court appearances.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with expertise and previous experience.
• Training and guidance.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• 401(k) benefits with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed