Regulatory Litigation Attorney - Utilities

State of New Mexico

Santa Fe (NM)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Public Regulation Commission (PRC) in New Mexico seeks a licensed attorney with litigation and regulatory law experience to provide legal counsel to the Utility Division and other divisions. The role centers on litigating cases before the Commission and preparing witnesses, with additional duties advising on non-contested matters and handling related responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have strong legal research, writing skills, and the ability to balance priorities while meeting

Qualifications

  • Ideal candidate should have litigation experience.
  • Regulatory law knowledge, strong legal research and writing abilities are desired.
  • Experience in utility regulation is helpful but not necessary.
  • Must be licensed as an attorney by the Supreme Court of New Mexico or obtain a limited law license within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal counsel and services to the Utility Division and other divisions, and to the Commission at large in matters not involving contested proceedings.
  • Litigate cases before the Commission on behalf of the Utility Division; prepare expert witnesses and review testimony.
  • Advise the Commission and other divisions on legal issues outside contested proceedings; perform other assigned responsibilities.

Skills

Litigation experience
Regulatory law
Legal research
Legal writing
Analytical skills
Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

The Public Regulation Commission (PRC) in New Mexico seeks a licensed attorney with litigation and regulatory law experience to provide legal counsel to the Utility Division and other divisions. The role centers on litigating cases before the Commission and preparing witnesses, with additional duties advising on non-contested matters and handling related responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have strong legal research, writing skills, and the ability to balance priorities while meeting

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