Research and Writing Attorney

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

📋 Description

• Conduct in-depth research on New Mexico law regarding liability, damages, coverage, and procedural matters related to 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 both pre-litigation and litigation teams.

• Create legal analyses related to discovery and assist in the preparation of pleadings.

• Work in conjunction with trial attorneys and Team Leads to pinpoint legal issues, foresee defense strategies, and enhance case positions.

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

• Produce timely, well-supported written work that adheres to the firm's quality standards.

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

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Strong skills in legal research, analysis, and writing.

• Capability to transform research findings into compelling, well-supported written drafts.

• Experience in drafting motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation-related documents.

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

• Background in insurance defense or appellate law is advantageous.

• Must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with trial attorneys and Team Leads across various case teams.

• Competence in managing multiple deadlines effectively.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance and both short and long-term disability coverage.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Paid time off (PTO) provided.

• Select paid holidays included.

• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• No requirements for court appearances.

• Access to experienced investigators, dedicated case managers, and paralegals.

• A collaborative team atmosphere that fosters teamwork and mentorship.