Entry-Level Prosecutor: Courtroom Impact & Growth

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 76,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Disability benefits

Paid annual leave

Sick leave

Holiday leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys seeks an entry-level attorney to handle misdemeanors and lower-level felonies, conduct legal research for felonies, and assist trial teams. The role includes collaboration with law enforcement, court appearances, and potential on-call duty.

The position requires a J.D. degree and current New Mexico license to practice law, with opportunities to grow toward full effectiveness within three years in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of criminal prosecution, evidence rules and criminal procedure.
• Ability to draft legal documents and communicate effectively.
• Ability to research, analyze information, and work with criminal justice agencies.

Responsibilities

• Handle misdemeanors and lower-level felonies; assist trial teams.
• Do legal research for felony cases for higher level Attorneys.
• May participate in on-call rotations and community outreach.

Skills

Criminal prosecution knowledge

Evidence & procedure rules

Public relations

Organization

Draft legal documents

Interagency collaboration

Communication skills

Research & analysis

Education

J.D. degree + NM license

Job description

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys seeks an entry-level attorney to handle misdemeanors and lower-level felonies, conduct legal research for felonies, and assist trial teams. The role includes collaboration with law enforcement, court appearances, and potential on-call duty.

The position requires a J.D. degree and current New Mexico license to practice law, with opportunities to grow toward full effectiveness within three years in a supportive environment.