Appellate - Civil Attorney - NM

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C.; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

In-house CLE

Clear path to partnership

Bonus structure

Flexible work-from-home policy

Job summary

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. in Albuquerque seeks an appellate attorney to shape arguments for state and federal courts. You will work with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal, handling high-stakes briefs and oral advocacy.

The firm offers real appellate work, mentorship, structured training, and a clear path to partnership, with a flexible work-from-home policy and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year appellate-level clerkship (state or federal); New Mexico preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials and commitment to exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle real appellate work including complex motion practice.
• Draft briefs and memos for appellate courts and oral advocates.
• Collaborate with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal.
• Provide exceptional client service and contribute to a team culture of growth.

Skills

Appellate writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Court briefing

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Research sharp arguments. Write briefs that win. Build a career in appellate law.

At JSH, appellate attorneys don't just draft memos in the background or occasionally handle infrequent appeals - they shape the arguments that go before the courts, working closely with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal. If you clerked at the appellate level and want to keep sharpening that craft while also getting real courtroom experience, this is that opportunity.

We’re one of the largest and most experienced trial and appellate firms in the Southwest and trusted by major carriers across the region. Our Appellate practice is growing, and we're looking for a highly motivated attorney with appellate-level judicial clerkship experience to join a team known for developing exceptional writers and oral advocates alike.

What sets JSH apart

• Real appellate work paired with the opportunity to handle complex motion practice
• Mentorship program + structured new lawyer training + in-house CLE
• Clear, transparent six-year path to partnership
• Transparent bonus structure on top of a competitive base salary
• Flexible work-from-home policy and a collaborative, supportive environment

What we’re looking for

• 1+ years of appellate-level judicial clerkship experience (state or federal); prior clerkship experience in New Mexico preferred
• Exceptional research, analytical, and writing skills
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong desire to provide exceptional client service

The bottom line

Good pay, full benefits, and a firm that will invest in making you an appellate attorney.

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli is an equal opportunity employer.

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