What are the responsibilities and job description for the Of Counsel Attorney - New Mexico position at Rushing Law Group, PLLC | Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Lawyers | New Mexico | Tennessee | Texas?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Of Counsel Attorney to join our legal team in New Mexico. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional to provide expert counsel across a diverse range of practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, securities law, tribal law, patent law, and more. The Of Counsel Attorney will play a vital role in managing complex litigation, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and advising clients on legal strategies. This position is ideal for a motivated attorney eager to leverage their extensive legal expertise while contributing to impactful cases and initiatives within a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal counsel and strategic advice across multiple practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, and personal injury law.
- Draft and review legal documents including contracts, pleadings, motions, and depositions with precision and clarity.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research using tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and ensure compliance with procedural laws.
- Prepare for and participate in court depositions, trial preparations, and litigation proceedings.
- Manage complex cases involving general & commercial litigation, employment law cases, personal injury claims, and statutory legal research.
- Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively for clients in various legal settings.
- Maintain thorough case management records and ensure timely communication with clients regarding case developments.
- Collaborate with colleagues on legal motions, procedural issues, and administrative tasks to uphold high standards of legal advocacy.
Skills
- Extensive experience in estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law & litigation.
- Proven ability in negotiation and client communication to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Strong research skills utilizing LexisNexis and Westlaw platforms for statutory and case law analysis.
- Proficiency in drafting contracts, pleadings, motions, depositions, and other legal documents with clarity.
- Knowledge of procedural laws governing litigation processes including trial preparation and court depositions.
- Experience handling personal injury cases and general & commercial litigation with a focus on advocacy.
- Familiarity with employment law cases and workers’ compensation laws to advise clients effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases efficiently using legal case management systems.
- Excellent writing skills combined with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders.
- Prior experience working within a law office environment is preferred to ensure seamless integration into our team’s workflow.
Join us as an Of Counsel Attorney in New Mexico to make a meaningful impact through your legal expertise! We value dedicated professionals who thrive on delivering exceptional service while advancing their careers within a supportive team environment.
Pay: $91,700.00 - $111,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $91,700 - $111,000