Senior Trial Attorney - Criminal Prosecution

New Mexico Administrative Office of the District Attorneys; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Parental Leave

Retirement

Job summary

The New Mexico Administrative Office of the District Attorneys seeks a Trial Attorney to prosecute criminal and non-criminal cases in our Lincoln County office in Carrizozo, NM. This role demands advanced experience and the ability to progress within a fast-paced courtroom environment.

Responsibilities include leading trial teams, mentoring staff, engaging with law enforcement, and undertaking community outreach while handling complex felony work under supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in criminal law or prosecuting cases.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal and non-criminal cases in Lincoln County office.
• Lead or assist in trial teams; mentor staff and liaise with law enforcement.
• Represent the office in community outreach and training.
• Work with law enforcement at crime scenes and in court.

Skills

Criminal prosecution

Rules of evidence

Rules of criminal procedure

Drafting legal documents

Effective communication

Supervision

Tools

Office systems

Job description

The New Mexico Administrative Office of the District Attorneys seeks a Trial Attorney to prosecute criminal and non-criminal cases in our Lincoln County office in Carrizozo, NM. This role demands advanced experience and the ability to progress within a fast-paced courtroom environment.

Responsibilities include leading trial teams, mentoring staff, engaging with law enforcement, and undertaking community outreach while handling complex felony work under supervision as needed.