Attorney

The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD) regulates individuals and businesses in 35 industries, professions, and trades across the state and strives to preserve and strengthen a free and competitive securities market for New Mexico. The Securities Division seeks to increase investor confidence, encourage capital formation, and promote integrity, fairness, and full disclosure in financial services. Educating New Mexicans about the proper ways of raising investment capital and the risks associated with investments. Reviewing and approving certain investment opportunities before issuers raise capital to ensure compliance with the law. Discovering, stopping, and prosecuting those who violate the laws governing investment capital or commit fraud. Licensing stockbrokers and investment advisers who assist and advise investors. This posting is used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist? Assists the Securities Division of the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD) in enforcing applicable securities laws and performing other assigned duties by the Superintendent or Chief General Counsel. How does it get done? Works with the Enforcement Bureau of the Securities Division and other state and federal agencies to prosecute or implement enforcement actions arising from violations of relevant securities laws. Represents the Securities Division in trial courts, appellate matters, and administrative proceedings. Drafts, reviews, and evaluates legal documents, pleadings, regulations, policies, legislation, and legal precedents; conducts discovery and interviews witnesses, researches, and analyzes issues, and proposes strategies on specific matters. Negotiates settlements and integrates agency policies and legal positions with other state agencies to accomplish the State's overall policies and goals. May conduct administrative hearings addressing constitutional, statutory, and regulatory requirements and writes recommendations or final decisions determining relevant facts and applying relevant laws and regulations. Consults with agency staff on the interpretation of court opinions and statutes and the application of rules and regulations, especially where serious legal issues are involved. Who are the customers? Possible investors and victims of securities crimes; the Securities Division of the Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD); and occasionally other divisions of the RLD. Ideal Candidate Interest and/or experience in prosecuting white‑collar crimes; extensive litigation experience at any level (magistrate court, criminal, civil, domestic, etc.); interest and/or experience in finance and technology; ability to work in a team with special agents, financial analysts, and other attorneys; ability to work autonomously and productively managing assigned matters; desire to learn and understand evolving securities instruments and legal requirements; desire to work with victims affected by securities fraud. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law and licensure by the Supreme Court of New Mexico (or eligibility for limited practice license). Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and current defensive driving course certification from the State of New Mexico, or obtain it within six months of hire. Employment Requirements All attorney classifications must remain licensed and in good standing with the Supreme Court of New Mexico (or another state’s highest court and eligible under limited license provisions). Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and at least two years of experience practicing law, meet background investigation requirements, and be eligible for the limited practice license if not already licensed in New Mexico. Working Conditions Office setting with extensive computer and telephone use; extended periods of sitting; ability to lift 25 lbs. Occasional travel may be required. Bargaining Unit Position This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr