Senior Litigation Associate or Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Associate or Counsel with strong litigation experience to join their team working remotely from New Mexico. The role involves handling general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases, with collaboration alongside the Aviation practice group.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Report effectively to clients.
• Manage and supervise associates and paralegals.

Requirements

• Admission to the bar in New Mexico required; Arizona admission preferred or willingness to waive into AZ.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New Mexico.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proactive and organized approach.
• Professional interaction with opposing counsel and clients.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.