Staff Attorney

Kosmos; Santa Fe (NM); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

A growing national law firm is seeking a remote Associate Attorney based in New Mexico, focusing on residential real estate litigation and mortgage law. This role includes managing cases, preparing analyses, and attending court hearings. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree, have 0-2 years of legal experience, and admission to practice in New Mexico. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in standard software are required.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in the practice of law, preferably litigation, real estate or mortgage law.
• Admission to practice law in the state of New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception to completion.
• Prepare analysis of case and advise client regarding strategies.
• Draft court pleadings, defense of motions.
• Attend court hearings, both telephonic and in person.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interpret client systems

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook

Case management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctor from accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Growing National Law firm has a remote opening for an Associate Attorney in New Mexico. You can live anywhere in New Mexico as it is a remote position with a full benefits package.

Purpose

The Associate Attorney will manage cases with an emphasis on residential real estate litigation, mortgage and transactional matters and protect the client's interest in litigation proceedings and general collection cases.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception to completion
• Prepare analysis of case and advise client regarding strategies
• Draft court pleadings, defense of motions
• Attend court hearings, both telephonic and in person
• Other duties and special projects as needed

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Juris Doctor from accredited law school
• 0-2 years of experience in the practice of law, preferably litigation, real estate or mortgage law
• Admission to practice law in the state of New Mexico
• Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Must have the ability to interpret client systems
• Must be proficient in software tools including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet
• Ability to manage and prioritize large caseloads