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Updated 04/22/25

Civil Attorney

Seeking an experienced civil attorney to join our team on a part-time basis for a complex case nearing completion. Initially, we anticipate 5-10 hours per week, with the potential for more hours as the case progresses towards trial. Compensation is commensurate with experience. If interested, please reach out to Foghi Lawfirm at 505-229-5691.

Litigation Attorney

Busy Plaintiff's civil litigation firm located near the Journal Center is accepting resumes for an associate attorney with 5 (or more) years of practical experience. Candidates should possess strong oration skills, be proficient in conducting and defending depositions, have critical research and writing abilities and be familiar with motion practice. Practice areas include civil litigation/personal injury and general tort issues. Litigation experience preferred, but will not bar consideration. Salary commensurate with experience. Please forward a letter of interest along with a Resume and writing sample to:paralegal3.bleuslaw@gmail.com.

Assistant District Attorney

The Fifth Judicial District Attorney’s office has immediate positions open for new and/or experienced attorneys. Salary will be based upon the New Mexico District Attorney’s Salary Schedule with salary range of an Assistant Trial Attorney ($72,301.00) to a Senior Trial Attorney ($85,222.00), based upon experience. Must be licensed in the United States. These positions are located in the Carlsbad and Roswell, NM office. The office will pay for your New Mexico Bar Dues as well as the National District Attorney’s Association membership. Please send resume to Dianna Luce, District Attorney, 102 N. Canal, Suite 200, Carlsbad, NM 88220 or email to nshreve@da.state.nm.us

Litigation Attorney

Jennings Haug Keleher McLeod Waterfall, an AV-rated regional law firm, is seeking a full-time litigation attorney with 2 to 5 years of litigation experience to join a busy and varied general civil litigation practice in the Albuquerque office. Must be currently licensed to practice law in the state of New Mexico. Experience with depositions and court appearances is a plus, legal analysis and excellent research and writing skills are required. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits with a professional working environment. Please see www.jkwlawyers.com for further information about the firm. Please email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Nathan Stimson at nss@jkwlawyers.com

Attorneys

The State of New Mexico, Risk Management Division - Legal Bureau (“RMD”) is seeking attorneys interested in “protecting the State of New Mexico’s human, physical, and financial assets.” RMD has two convenient locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, with the Santa Fe office located within walking distance of the South Capitol Rail Runner stop. RMD offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Senior Litigation Attorneys evaluate cases, maintain a case load of all types of civil claims, manage outside counsel defending the State of New Mexico, collaborate and strategize with experienced attorneys, attend and participate in mediations and trials, and work with a wonderful supportive staff. Applicants are required to have a current license to practice law in New Mexico and be in good standing with the State Bar. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please send a resume to Laura.Unklesbay@gsd.nm.gov

Remote Attorney

Must be currently licensed in NM for a minimum of 24 months. Telecommute from anywhere in NM, AZ, UT. Full time. Non-traditional practice. Handle high-volume of phone calls serving NM clients. Salary starts at $60,000 base + $10,000 signing bonus plus performance bonus. Train remotely. Fast-paced, challenging environment, use your legal experience and service skills to solve a variety of legal problems daily. Full benefits package, 401(K) with match, PTO, paid holidays, in-house CLE, firmpaid bar dues. Requirements: no State Bar discipline, high-speed internet access. Bilingual Spanish a plus (with extra pay) but not required. Please submit resumes to - resume@davismiles.com.

Litigation Attorney

Priest & Miller LLP is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our team. Priest & Miller is a dynamic defense firm that handles complex cases involving claims of medical negligence, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, long-term care, and oil and gas accidents. We are seeking attorneys with 3+ years of experience and who will thrive in a collaborative, flexible and fast paced environment. We offer highly competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Please email your resume to Resume@PriestMillerLaw.com.

Full Time Attorneys

Jay Goodman and Associates, Law Firm PC, with offices in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, is dedicated to assisting clients in the areas of family law, domestic violence, estate planning and probate. Our mission is to respond to our clients’ goals and concerns with creative consideration and seek results designed to minimize or resolve future legal problems. We are in the process of hiring Full Time Attorneys licensed and in good standing in New Mexico with experience in Family Law, and/or Probate Law. Successful applicants should have court room experience and have provided client relations with empathy and compassion. We offer excellent compensation and a comfortable team working environment with flexible hours. Please feel welcome to visit our website at www.jaygoodman.com to find out more about us. All inquiries are maintained as confidential. Please send a cover letter, resume, and a reference to: es@jaygoodman.com

Administrative Office of the Courts – Attorney Associate

THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS is accepting applications for one full-time, at-will, Attorney Associate position #10115504-21800. The position is located in Albuquerque. The target pay for the Attorney Associate position is $72,359 - $90,449 annually plus generous fringe benefits. The Attorney Associate will be a key member of the AOC’s Court Education Institute’s Judicial Education Program for the judicial branch. Responsibilities include: plan, organize, direct, and manage legal education sessions for judges, judicial officers and court staff. Among other duties, this team member will assist with legal research, policy development, online and in-person judicial and staff education initiatives. For more information or to apply to go to the Judicial Branch web page at www.nmcourts.gov under Career Opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Assistant

Harrison & Hart, LLC is a busy, collegial, and highly collaborative law firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico that handles complex litigation, including federal and high-level state criminal defense, civil rights, class actions, constitutional and election-law cases, and commercial disputes. We are seeking a full-time legal assistant with a minimum of two years of civil litigation experience who is highly motivated, very detail oriented, and who possesses excellent skills in case management and calendaring procedures, as well as proficiency in Odyssey and CM/ECF filing. We offer an extremely competitive salary, excellent and fully funded health insurance plan, 401(K) and profit-sharing plan, paid designated holidays, PTO, and a generous bonus structure. Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to elise@harrisonhartlaw.com.

Judicial Assistant

LA United States Circuit Judge on the Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a Judicial Assistant. This position is a full-time position within chambers and is responsible for managing the daily operation of chambers as well as providing administrative support to the judge. For the full announcement and application instructions, please visit: https://www.ca10.uscourts.gov/hr/jobs

Multiple Positions

The Thir teent h Judicia l District Attorney’s Office is seeking both entry level and experienced attorneys. Positions available in Sandoval County which is in Bernalillo, Valencia in Belen and Cibola in Grants. Enjoy the convenience of working near a metropolitan area while gaining valuable trial experience in a smaller office, providing the opportunity to advance more quickly than is afforded in larger offices. The 13th Judicial District offers flex schedules in a family friendly environment. Competitive salary starting @ 83,000+ depending on experience. Contact Krissy Fajardo @ kfajardo@da.state.nm.us or visit our website for an application @https:// www.13th.nmdas.com/ Apply as soon as possible. These positions fill fast!

Children’s Court Attorney for CYFD Position Job ID: Various

The Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is hiring full-time and contract attorneys of all levels of experience, as well as law clerks, to fill multiple Children’s Court Attorney vacancies in the Legal Department statewide. Children’s Court Attorneys are established in the Children’s Code for each judicial district and provide legal services in protective services cases (child abuse and neglect matters) including consultation, counsel, filing and initiation of new cases, interpretation of law, research, litigation, and mediation. These positions offer the opportunity for challenging and fast-paced litigation, including civil evidentiary trials, and to work with CYFD to find solutions for children and their families and to make a difference in the community. Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school, and admission to the NM state bar in good standing or if barred in another state, the ability to acquire a limited law license. Children’s Court Attorneys are in pay band LH, with an annual salary range from $77,354 to $139,238 and a competitive full benefits package. Individual contracts will be negotiated up to $60,000/year. For more information please contact Cynthia Gonzales CynthiaM.Gonzales@cyfd. nm.gov To apply www.spo.state.nm.us. The State of New Mexico is an EOE.

Job Announcement Staff Attorney (State Licensed)

LOCATION: Farmington, NM. DNA - People’s Legal Services (“DNA”) is committed to providing high quality legal services to persons living in poverty on the Navajo, Hopi and Jicarilla Apache Reservations, and in parts of Northern Arizona, New Mexico, and Southern Utah. DNA’s main office, as well as DNA’s Fort Defiance branch office, are located in Window Rock, Arizona. DNA also has branch offices in Chinle, Arizona, Tuba City, Arizona, Flagstaff, Arizona, on the Hopi BIA judicial compound near Keams Canyon, Arizona, and Farmington, New Mexico. DNA legal staff practice in tribal, state, federal, and administrative courts. REQUIREMENTS: Attorneys must be a graduate of an accredited law school and a member of the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah bar association, or if licensed in another jurisdiction, able to gain admission by motion or reciprocity. Must have strong oral and written communication skills; the ability to travel and work throughout the DNA service area; competence in working with diverse individuals and communities, especially with Native Americans, persons of color, other marginalized communities; and a commitment to providing legal services to the poor. SALARY RANGE (depending on experience): $57,600 - $76,500. BENEFITS: The position we are offering comes with benefits, including paid federal and Navajo Nation holidays, 10 sick days per year, two weeks paid vacation per year (which increases over time), low-cost health insurance for you and your dependents, no-cost dental insurance for you, and a fully paid $60,000 life insurance policy. You may also opt to join our 401(k) plan. For our attorneys, we also pay for continuing legal education courses and Bar dues, and offer a generous reimbursable educational loan forgiveness program. DNA is a qualified employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. WHAT TO SUBMIT: Employment Application (found at https://dnalegalservices.org/ career-opportunities-2/), Resume, Cover Letter, and, upon request, Transcripts (if applicants graduated within the last two years) and Writing Sample (Attorney applicants only). HOW TO APPLY: Email: HResources@dnalegalservices. org | Direct: 928.871.4151 ext. 5640 Cell: 928.245.4575 Fax: 928.871.5036 (Faxed documents accepted). Preference is given to qualified Navajo and other Native American applicants. DNA requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. DNA will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

Senior Trial Attorneys, Trial Attorneys, and Assistant Trial Attorneys

The Eleventh Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Div. II, in Gallup, New Mexico, McKinley County is seeking applicants for Assistant Trial Attorneys, Trial Attorneys and Senior Trial Attorneys. You will enjoy working in a community with rich culture and history while gaining invaluable experience and making a difference. The McKinley County District Attorney’s Office provides regular courtroom practice, supportive and collegial work environment. You are a short distance away from Albuquerque, Southern parts of Colorado, Farmington, and Arizona. We offer an extremely competitive salary and benefit package. Salary commensurate with experience. These positions are open to all licensed attorneys who are in good standing with the bar within or without the State of New Mexico. Please Submit resume to District Attorney Bernadine Martin, 201 West Hill, Suite 100, Gallup, NM 87301, or e-mail letter to Bmartin@da.state.nm.us. Position to commence immediately and will remain open until filled.

Legal Defense Services

The Town of Taos is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys to provide legal defense services for indigent defendants facing misdemeanor charges in Taos Municipal Court. Cases are assigned by the Municipal Court Judge when a defendant is deemed indigent and entitled to legal representation, with an average of 30 to 50 cases per year. The selected attorney must be willing to accept all assigned cases unless a conflict of interest arises and must be licensed to practice law in New Mexico and in good standing. Proposals should include a resume, a copy of the New Mexico Bar Card, contact information for two professional references, a summary of qualifications and legal experience, a brief statement of interest, and a fee schedule outlining the proposed cost structure for services. For questions or proposal submission please contact Bailey Andrea, Chief Procurement Officer, at bandrea@taosnm.gov.

Full-Time Legal Assistant/ Legal Secretary

Madison, Mroz, Steinman, Kenny & Olexy, P.A., a well-established civil litigation firm, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 6 months of civil litigation experience, the ability to multitask effectively in a fastpaced environment, possess excellent skills in case management and calendar procedures, ability to assess priorities, highly motivated, detail oriented, strong work ethic, knowledge of State and Federal court rules, and proficient in Odyssey and CM/ECF e-filing. We offer an excellent fully funded health insurance plan, 401(K) and Profit Sharing Plan, paid designated holidays, PTO, and a professional and team-oriented environment. Please submit your resume to: becky@madisonlaw.com, or mail to Office Administrator, P.O. Box 25467, Albuquerque, NM 87125-5467.

Chief Appellate Court Clerk Court of Appeals

The New Mexico Court of Appeals is seeking an experienced administrator to serve as its next Clerk of the Court. The Clerk of the Court works under the general direction of the Chief Judge and closely with the Judges. The Clerk of the Court’s principal function is to oversee all the non-judicial management and administrative functions of the Court, including budget planning, fiscal operations and procurement, facilities management, and personnel and HR matters. The Clerk of Court is also responsible for serving as the Court’s general counsel and records custodian under IPRA. The Clerk of Court also manages all Clerk’s Office operations, including acting as the main point of contact for legal practitioners and the public, processing procedural motions under delegated authority, closing cases through mandates, and providing legal recommendations to staff and judges. The Court of Appeals has offices in Santa Fe and Albuquerque with regular travel between the offices required. The position may be primarily located in either location. Required experience: (1) six years of advanced level management involving administrative matters such as budget, finance, procurement, human resources, and contracts; (2) six years practicing law as an attorney or law clerk, at least three of which involved appellate practice; and (3) three years supervising and managing a diverse staff. The salary range is $101,416.64 - $175,217.26 annually. Interested applicants should submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form to: jobs@ nmcourts.gov, AOC Human Resources Division, 202 E. Marcy Street, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501. To view the complete job description and obtain the Judicial Branch Application for Employment or Resume Supplemental form, interested applicants should visit www.nmcourts.gov/careers. The New Mexico Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Application Deadline: April 30, 2025.

Associate Attorneys

Modrall Sperling, one of New Mexico's largest law firms, is searching for Associate attorneys to join our general civil litigation practice. The ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of civil litigation experience with excellent research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills. Qualif ied applicants must have experience working on large cases, including conducting legal research, drafting briefs, taking and defending depositions, arguing in court is preferred. Strong academic credentials required. Candidates must be admitted, or eligible for admission to the New Mexico Bar. As one of New Mexico’s largest firms, we are able to offer associate attorneys high quality, challenging work and outstanding career opportunities. Please send a letter of interest and resume to attyapplicants@modrall.com. All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Full or Part Time Lawyer

Stiff, Garcia & Associates, defense insurance firm seeking full or part time lawyer. Work as much or as little as you want. Our practice includes employment, civil rights, coverage, professional liability and general liability. “Of Counsel” is available for experienced defense lawyer. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance and 6% 401K. Please send resume to John Stiff, jstiff@ stifflaw.com or Karen Arrants, karrants@stifflaw.com

Professional Liability Attorney

Description: Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin & Robb, P.A.'s Albuquerque office is currently seeking attorneys to help in its Professional Liability Group, primarily to help with the defense of medical malpractice and legal malpractice cases. The candidate would participate in all aspects of case handling and would gain experience in taking depositions, preparing witnesses for depositions and defending depositions (including expert witnesses), brief and reporting writing, answering written discovery, and participating in direct contact with clients. The candidate would receive mentorship from Directors in the Professional Liability Group. Qualifications: Ideal candidate should have strong academic credentials and writing skills and be licensed in New Mexico. Rodey offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision; professional development and multi-faceted mentoring program; FSA and HSA plan option(s); 401K plan/ employer match; group life and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; wireless phone/services stipend. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school transcript attention "Ali Taylor, Human Resources Director" at: jobs@rodey.com with "Professional Liability Attorney" in the subject line. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Rodey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rodey Law Firm is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position

Associate Attorney

R ILEY | K ELLER | ALDER ETE | GONZALES, an AV-rated Albuquerque civil defense firm formed in 1982, seeks an associate attorney trial position. We seek a person with civil experience, including communication and writing skills. The position is full-time with the prospect of a virtual work setting and flexible schedule. We offer an excellent salary, benefits and pension package. Please submit a resume, references and writing samples to our Office Manager by fax, (505) 883-4362 or mvelasquez@rileynmlaw.com.

Experienced Litigation Paralegal

Albuquerque based Plaintiffs’ law firm seeks an experienced litigation paralegal for remote, part-time (20-25 hours/week) employment with a fulltime position possible after 90-day probationary period. At least 3-5 years of prior paralegal litigation experience is required. Excellent organization and time-management skills required. Computer experience working with multiple software programs and strong writing ability required for busy Plaintiffs’ litigation law-firm. Candidates must be able to draft pleadings, draft discovery requests and responses and be able to assist attorneys with analyzing and organizing discovery received from opposing parties. Legal research skills would be beneficial. Salary/hourly rate is dependent on candidate’s experience. Please email resumes and a recent, redacted writing sample (pleadings, discovery documents or legal research memo) to psapien@sapienlaw.com and nstaeger@sapienlaw.com

Legal Assistant/Secretary

Legal Assistant/Secretary needed for criminal firm. Start immediately for part or full-time position. Phones, correspondence, simple legal drafting, transcription, case and client management. Court/legal experience preferred but not required. Pay DOE. Call Frechette & Associates at 505-247-8558 or email at Frechette@frechettelaw.com

Paralegal

Hiring paralegal for an established Family Law criminal defense practice located in Corrales, New Mexico. Looking for 20 to 25 hours a week. Experience is a must. Pay is negotiable. Please call 505-220- 5691 for more information

Paralegal

Long, Komer & Associates, P.A. is a wellestablished law firm located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Our law firm is seeking a full-time paralegal with litigation and transactional experience, with strong organizational skills and ability to assist with drafting and editing pleadings and transactional documents. This position will support multiple attorneys and requires interaction with clients and opposing counsel. The firm offers employee health and dental insurance, competitive salary, vacation and sick leave, and a 401(K) Plan. Please submit resume and writing sample to amelia@ longkomer.com