Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Description

Job Description

We’re partnering with an established national defense litigation firm looking to add an experienced New Mexico-licensed Attorney to its growing practice in Albuquerque, NM.

This is a great opportunity for an attorney looking for a high level of case ownership, flexibility, and the backing of an established national platform.

The Role

The attorney will handle a range of civil and insurance defense matters, with a preference for experience in Medical Malpractice and/or General Liability.

Responsibilities will include:

· Managing matters throughout the litigation lifecycle

· Developing case strategy and handling client reporting

· Drafting pleadings, motions, and dispositive motions

· Managing written discovery

· Taking and defending fact and expert depositions

· Attending hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances

· Supporting trial preparation and handling matters through resolution

The Ideal Candidate

· Admitted to practice in New Mexico

· 4+ years of litigation experience

· Medical Malpractice or General Liability defense experience preferred

· Broader insurance defense experience will also be considered

· Strong deposition, discovery, motion practice, and case management experience

· Comfortable independently managing an active caseload

The firm is also open to more senior attorneys interested in helping grow the New Mexico practice or bringing an existing book of business.

If you’re a New Mexico-licensed attorney with 4+ years of litigation experience and would be interested in hearing more, please reach out for a confidential conversation.