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New Mexico Courts

Appellate Attorney

New Mexico Courts, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503

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We are the Judicial Branch of Government in New Mexico, supporting the work of the New Mexico Supreme Court and the other courts across the state. Our mission is to provide fair, efficient, and impartial justice to the public. We strive to uphold the principles of equality and integrity in all our proceedings, ensuring justice and due process for every individual.

Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for an Appellate Attorney Associate or Appellate Attorney Senior located in Santa Fe, NM. The Appellate Attorney will be responsible for preparing appellate briefs, providing legal research, participating in oral arguments, drafting opinions, reviewing and summarizing trial records, advising on appellate procedures, and collaborating with other legal professionals as needed to support the appellate process.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited American Bar Association law school; licensed to practice law in the State of New Mexico.

Five (5) years of experience in the practice of applicable law, or as a law clerk. (Appellate Attorney – Associate)

Seven (7) years of experience in the practice of applicable law. (Appellate Attorney – Senior)

Experience with supervising one (1) legal staff employee; seven (7) years of experience with one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Leadworker duties may be considered on a prorated basis for supervisory experience at a rate of one (1) year equals six (6) months.

Outstanding performance plans, appraisals, discipline, and time approval as supervising staff.

Additional one (1) year of directly related experience may substitute for supervisory experience provided the incumbent attends the NMJB Supervisory Mentorship Program Training at their earliest opportunity.

Target Pay Range/Rate:

AA-A $$36,179-$45,224 or AA-Sr $41,806-$52,258.

To Apply Submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form, and proof of education to the New Mexico Judicial Branch.

Application forms: Microsoft Word Format. Resume Supplemental Forms: Microsoft Word Format.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Industries: Government Administration.

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