Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Dependent coverage sharing

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Santa Fe, New Mexico seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to defend civil cases and manage matters from filing to resolution. The ideal candidate will have a New Mexico license and a JD from an accredited law school, with 5+ years of civil defense experience and proven trial skills.

Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities, plus excellent communication and teamwork are essential to contribute to a high-performing firm.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• New Mexico license in good standing required.
• 5+ years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Proven trial experience and strong case management skills.
• Excellent research and writing abilities; strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend civil litigation cases in New Mexico.
• Manage cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Participate in trial proceedings as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney for its Santa Fe, New Mexico office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in defending civil litigation cases within the state.

Duties

• Defend civil litigation cases in New Mexico.
• Manage cases effectively from inception to resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Participate in trial proceedings as needed.

Requirements

• New Mexico law license in good standing.
• 5+ years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Proven trial experience.
• Strong case management skills.
• Exceptional research and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in New Mexico.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance fully paid by the firm.
• Co-shared premiums for dependent coverages.
• Voluntary benefits available.