Experienced paralegal with significant experience in law, real estate, property title work, contract drafting, and negotiations. Support acquisitions and sales, leasing, title review, clearing clouds on title, and other legal department needs. For complete job description, go to: http://www.beststaffabq.com/career portal/#/jobs/1968 and send your résumé to: Steven@BESTstaffJobs.com

Will lead and manage the company’s litigation, disputes, and risk matters, including real estate, title, land development, construction, HOA-related disputes, contract enforcement, and other legal department needs. For complete job description, please go to: http://www.beststaffabq.com/career portal/#/jobs/1967 and send your résumé to: Steven@BESTstaffJobs.com

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) currently has openings for licensed attorneys in our Hearing Examiners Division. Hearing Examiners serve as administrative law judges in complex utility proceedings to which they are designated by the Commissioners and in which they serve as Commissioner proxies. The PRC also has two other divisions of attorneys, the Legal Division and the Office of General Counsel (OGC). Our Legal Division represents staff in matters before the Commission, and also provide IPRA responses through the Records Bureau. Office of General Counsel serves as attorneys for the Commission itself. The PRC offers 11 paid holidays, no billable hours, Federal loan repayment program eligibility, fitness and wellness leave, and flexible work schedules. The official post of duty is in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and we also have a satellite office in Albuquerque. We also offer hybrid work schedules and other benefits not common in state service. To learn more about our open positions, please visit the State Personnel website at https://www.spo.state.nm.us/

The State Bar of New Mexico (SBNM) seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) OGC Legal Assistant. The successful incumbent will provide clerical and administrative support to the Office of General Counsel, including administrative support for the Client Protection Fund, Fee Arbitration and Bridge the Gap programs, as well as the Access to Justice Fund Grant process and committees and commissions. Hourly rate: $20-$24/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position qualifies for partial telecommuting. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.

The State Bar of New Mexico (SBNM) seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) OGC Legal Assistant. The successful incumbent will provide clerical and administrative support to the Office of General Counsel, including administrative support for the Client Protection Fund, Fee Arbitration and Bridge the Gap programs, as well as the Access to Justice Fund Grant process and committees and commissions. Hourly rate: $20-$24/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position qualifies for partial telecommuting. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) Telephone Helpline Intake Screener. The successful applicant will answer Bar Foundation Legal Helplines incoming calls, conduct/complete intakes and establish case files in the Legal Services Programs electronic case management systems. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. Hourly rate: $17-$21/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position qualifies for partial telecommuting. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) Telephone Helpline Intake Screener. The successful applicant will answer Bar Foundation Legal Helplines incoming calls, conduct/complete intakes and establish case files in the Legal Services Programs electronic case management systems. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. Hourly rate: $17-$21/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position qualifies for partial telecommuting. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.

Connolly Krause is well-established civil litigation and defense firm from Chicago, Illinois, that is expanding and opening an office in Albuquerque. We are a complex litigation firm concentrating in the defense of medical professionals and businesses in the areas of medical malpractice, dental malpractice, and personal injury. Our attorneys have obtained several noteworthy and groundbreaking defense verdicts. We are currently seeking an attorney with at least 1 year of experience, but preferably 2 to 5 years of experience in civil litigation. Licensure in New Mexico is required, and experience in the Federal District Courts is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate must be able to independently handle files in litigation from inception to resolution, and have experience answering complaints and pleadings, attending court appearances, taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing motions, and trial work. Candidates should possess a strong work ethic, be detail oriented, have a desire for autonomy and significant client/matter responsibility while having demonstrated experience in civil litigation. The Firm offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, the potential for a hybrid work from home position, a comprehensive benefits package including billable hour requirements that provide for work/life balance, as well as health benefits, optional dental/vision, and 401(k), as well as the opportunity to become licensed in other Federal jurisdictions. We encourage all interested candidates to submit their resumes to vprice@cktrials.com further consideration.

McKinley County is accepting applications for a County Attorney to represent the county in administrative, litigation, and settlement proceedings, managing litigation, and advising the County Commission, County Management, elected officials, department heads, and supervisors in various aspects of the laws of the State of New Mexico. Other responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating contracts; developing, reviewing, and revising policies and procedures; and performing other duties as assigned. Prior employment law experience a plus. Full benefits package included. Open until filled. For more information about this opportunity, including salary, benefits, job description, minimum/preferred qualifications, or to apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mckinleynm For more information about McKinley County, please visit https://co.mckinley.nm.us/485/McKinley-County-at-a-Glance

The Thirteenth Judicial 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!

The Thirteenth Judicial 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!

YLAW, P.C. is a local, AV-rated firm fortunate to defend quality clients in high stakes litigation. We are looking for associate attorneys with 0 – 5+ years of experience (including current 3Ls and recent graduates) to join our dynamic team. You will touch every aspect of a case, including rapid response, investigation, discovery, depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial. Communication, loyalty, reliability, and initiative are the cornerstones of the job. Newer attorneys will benefit from mentorship, while simultaneously afforded the opportunity to take initiative on proactively defending cases. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and have committed to a firm culture that embraces collaboration, collegiality, diversity, and respect. We work hard. We play hard. We are YLAW. For more information and to submit a resume, please contact Ryan Adragna, radragna@ylawfirm.com, and Megan Martin, mmartin@ylawfirm.com Inquiries will be kept confidential.