Research and Writing Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Conduct research on New Mexico laws related to liability, damages, coverage, and procedural matters in personal injury and premises liability cases.

• Keep track of and summarize updates in New Mexico case law, statutes, and court regulations.

• Draft motions, responses, briefs, and legal memoranda for pre-litigation and litigation teams.

• Prepare legal analysis related to discovery and assist with pleadings as necessary.

• Work alongside trial attorneys and Team Leads to pinpoint legal issues, foresee defense arguments, and enhance case positions.

• Offer research assistance for settlement discussions, mediation, and trial preparations.

• Produce timely, well-substantiated written outputs that adhere to the firm’s quality standards.

• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure the efficient progression of cases through the legal process.

• Provide legal insights and drafting to support trial attorneys' advocacy efforts and maximize client recovery.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must hold an active license to practice law in New Mexico, or be eligible for admission.

• Proficient in legal research, analysis, and writing.

• Capable of transforming research into compelling, well-supported written drafts.

• Experience in drafting motions, briefs, memoranda, and various litigation documents is essential.

• Preference for candidates with personal injury or civil litigation experience.

• A background in insurance defense or appellate work is advantageous.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with trial attorneys and Team Leads across multiple case teams.

• Skilled in managing competing deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• A sign-on bonus of $25,000, distributed incrementally over the first six months of employment.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance, along with short and long-term disability insurance.

• Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off (PTO) benefits.

• Select paid holidays observed.

• Standard work hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• No court appearances are required.

• Support from experienced investigators, dedicated case managers, and paralegals.

• A collaborative team environment fostering teamwork and mentorship.