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Attorney Associate (U) #10100177-23300, Full-Time, At-Will, in Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces, NM

The Third Judicial District Court does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in the operation of the court.

Job Title: Attorney Associate (U)
Organization: Third Judicial District Court
Department: Legal Division
Experience: Three (3) years
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Salary: $33.774 - $43.248 hourly OR $70,249.92 - $89,955.84‬ annually

H1: Attorney Associate (U) at Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces, NM
H2: Join Our Legal Team at Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces, NM

The Third Judicial District Court is seeking a highly qualified Attorney Associate (U) to join our Legal Division in Las Cruces, NM. This is a full-time, at-will position with a competitive salary range of $33.774 - $43.248 hourly OR $70,249.92 - $89,955.84‬ annually.

Responsibilities:
● Provide legal advice and perform legal research and analysis for the court or Judicial Entity.
● Review and analyze cases, briefs, records, and legal authorities cited.
● Draft opinions, orders, and decisions for judges' review and final approval.
● Keep judges updated on recent decisions, opinions, and changes to rules and statutes.
● Draft, interpret, and negotiate contracts for the court.
● Provide legal advice to Chief Judge, other Judges, Court Executive Officer, division managers, and various court committees.
● Attend trials, hearings, and meetings as necessary.
● Review proposed legislation and analyze its impact on the court.
● Manage outside litigation.
● Act as a liaison to local and state bar, litigants, agencies, and agency personnel.
● Maintain confidentiality and use discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
● Organize and prioritize workload and manage multiple projects.
● Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
● Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
● Use initiative and independent judgment with minimal supervision.
● May perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:
● Must be a graduate of a law school meeting the standards of accreditation of the American Bar Association.
● Must possess and maintain a license to practice law in the State of New Mexico.
● Must have at least three (3) years of experience in the practice of applicable law, or as a law clerk.

Benefits:
● Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP).
● State-paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance.
● Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses.
● Paid time off, up to eight (8) weeks.
● Paid time off and retirement buyback.
● Eleven (11) paid holidays.
● Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
● Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
● Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan.
● Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations.
● Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM.
● Bilingual compensation.
● Training and career development opportunities.
● Higher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursement.
● May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
● May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay.
● May receive physical fitness leave.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Resume Supplemental Form with a required resume and proof of education or a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, together with proof of education and licensure to the Human Resources Administrator Sr. at Third Judicial District Court. Proof of education is mandatory. Finalists may be subject to criminal background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Third Judicial District Court is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in the operation of the court.


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