Research and Writing Attorney

Parnall Law • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

Parnall Law Firm is seeking a Research and Writing Attorney to provide legal analysis and drafting in support of trial attorneys representing injured clients across New Mexico. The role focuses on legal research and written advocacy; court appearances are not required. The attorney will work collaboratively with trial attorneys and Team Leads across case teams to help maximize client outcomes.

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 is preferred.
• Insurance defense or appellate background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research New Mexico and applicable law concerning liability, damages, coverage, and procedural issues in personal injury and premises liability matters.
• Monitor and summarize relevant developments in New Mexico case law, statutes, and court rules.
• 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.
• Work 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

• $25,000 sign-on bonus paid incrementally over the first 6 months of employment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays.
• Monday-to-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no court appearances required.

What This Job Offers

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