Senior Attorney

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Attorney Senior serves as legal counsel to the Board of County Commissioners, County management, and other elected officials. Drafts and reviews ordinances, resolutions, contracts, administrative policies, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Represents the County in judicial and administrative proceedings, and provides legal advice on a variety of complex issues affecting County operations.

Requirements

J.D. or L.L.B. degree from an accredited academic institution with a valid license to practice law in the State of New Mexico.
Demonstrated “good standing” with the New Mexico State Supreme Court.
Five (5) years of experience in the practice of law which includes litigation, appellate experience, and the coordination of multiple assignments relating to litigation and advising clients on issues of legal compliance.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of law and concepts relevant to the operation of County government.

Responsibilities

Serves as legal counsel to elected officials and County management on matters requiring legal advice or representation.
Drafts and reviews ordinances, resolutions, contracts, administrative policies, rules, regulations, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Prepares legal documents related to County operations and matters pending before courts, quasi-judicial bodies, or administrative agencies.
Conducts legal research and analysis to support County functions and policy decisions.
Prepares formal legal opinions at the request of the County Attorney regarding statutory, regulatory, and common law issues.
Represents the Board of County Commissioners, County management, or other designated clients in state and federal courts, and before quasi-judicial or administrative bodies.
Provides legal advice to County departments on employment, labor relations, land use, and other relevant legal matters.
Collaborates with Legal Department staff, opposing counsel, and the public in a collegial and professional manner.
Supervises or coordinates the work of outside or contract counsel as assigned.