Research and Writing Attorney

Parnall Law • Durham, NC

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About The Position

Parnall Law Firm is hiring a Research and Writing Attorney to provide legal research, analysis, and drafting that supports its trial attorneys in advocating for injured clients and maximizing case outcomes. The attorney will work collaboratively with trial attorneys and Team Leads across case teams on personal injury and premises liability matters throughout New Mexico. The role focuses on written legal work and does not require court appearances.

The position is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albuquerque-area candidates and remote-eligible candidates are welcome; relocation is not required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in New Mexico, or eligibility for admission.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills, including the ability to translate research into persuasive, well-supported drafts.
• Experience drafting motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Ability to collaborate with trial attorneys and Team Leads across multiple case teams and manage competing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Personal injury or civil litigation experience.
• Insurance defense or appellate background.

Responsibilities

• Research New Mexico and applicable law concerning liability, damages, coverage, and procedural issues in personal injury and premises liability matters.
• Monitor and summarize developments in New Mexico case law, statutes, and court rules relevant to the firm’s practice.
• Prepare motions, responses, briefs, and legal memoranda for pre-litigation and litigation case teams.
• Draft discovery-related legal analysis and assist with pleadings as needed.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys and Team Leads to identify legal issues, anticipate defense arguments, and strengthen case positions.
• Provide research support for settlement negotiations, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Deliver timely, well-supported written work product that meets firm quality standards.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to help cases move efficiently through the process.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• $25,000 sign-on bonus paid incrementally over the first six months of employment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Select paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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