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Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court lists this Attorney Associate #00054551 Full-Time, At-Will, Perm in Albuquerque, NM opportunity in albuquerque, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Attorney Associate # Full-Time, At-Will, Perm in Albuquerque, NM
# of Positions: 1
Opening Date: - Close Date:
Target Pay Range/Rate: $53.156 hourly or $110,552 Yearly
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Acting under general direction of the Judge, Managing Attorney, Court Executive Officer, reviews cases, provides legal advice, performs legal research, evaluation, analysis, writing and makes recommendations to the court or Judicial Entity. Qualified candidates will be able to work independently and meet deadlines for a trial court with a high volume of motion practice. Work includes reviewing cases, engaging in an evaluation of the facts and analysis of the applicable law, and making recommendations concerning the work of the Court. Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to demonstrate their writing ability as part of the interview process.
Finalist(s) will be subject to criminal background checks.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES:
The Attorney - Associate is responsible for drafting recommendations and proposed dispositions for assigned cases, memorandum opinions, judgements, orders and decisions for review.
May Screen pro se petitions for jurisdictional and procedural prerequisites.
Responds to correspondence, e-mails and telephone calls from pro se litigants, inmates, attorneys, and members of the public.
Assists the Court to resolve pending appeals by reviewing motions, docketing statements and briefs.
Drafts calendar recommendations, notices, orders and opinions.
Analyzes briefs, records and legal authorities cited.
Assists in providing criminal judges with information and recent opinions to ensure compliance with current law.
Drafts memoranda of law, proposed opinions and orders for administrative appeals of record and de novo appeals, including addressing complex areas of the law such as water, oil and gas, taxation, employment and zoning.
Drafts proposed orders addressing petitions for extraordinary writs and motions in civil and criminal matters.
Reviews, analyzes and edits findings of fact and conclusions of law.
Evaluates court processes and formulates, recommends and implements policies and procedures to ensure uniform compliance with statutory and constitutional provisions, case law and Supreme Court Rules.
Periodically reviews relevant law and proposes recommendations on court procedures.
Evaluates proposed rule changes, drafts comments and attends trials and hearings.
Meets with and advises court administration and staff on legal matters as they arise in the course of court operations.
May draft and monitor leases, contracts, proposals, professional services agreements, price agreements, memoranda of understanding, letter agreements, software license agreements, and intergovernmental agreements for the Judicial Entity.
May assist management on personnel issues and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, rules, regulations, court and AOC policies and procedures.
Assists with Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations to Bid (ITBs).
Administers or assists with Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations to Bid (ITBs).
Participates in developing judicial procedures and prepares and presents educational materials to assist the Bench and Bar.
Assesses the appropriateness of mediation or a dispute resolution process for a case and conducts a mediation or dispute resolution process.
May assist in tracking, reviewing, analyzing, and advising the judicial entity on proposed legislation.
Encourages negotiations between the parties in a civil legal dispute and facilities settlements of cases until an agreement is reached or until settlement does not appear to be possible.
May coordinate and oversee legal clinics for pro se litigants.
May conduct motion hearings in the capacity of a special master or commissioner and draft recommendations to the judge in civil matters.
May research disclosure of information issues under the Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) and make recommendations.
May propose recommendations on court procedures relevant to cases sent to a court-ordered settlement facilitation program.
May engage with community organizations and practitioners in a collaborative effort to implement a fair and standardized approach in the settlement facilitation process.
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of United States and New Mexico constitutions, federal law, New Mexico case law, statutes, rules, policies, and procedures; rules of Criminal and Civil procedures, rules of Appellate Procedure, rules of evidence, the Code of Judicial Conduct, and rules of Professional Conduct. Court jurisdiction and operations; legal research; judiciary processes and policies, administrative, civil, and criminal law and procedures. Principles of legal analysis and writing, legal proofreading and editing; court case management systems; supervisory techniques, mediating and managing conflict. Employment law; and conflict-resolution principles and techniques. Ability to balance practical and legal considerations, develop procedures, comprehend and explain complex issues and solve problems.
This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver's license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, judges, and justices.
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 vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeks
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
These benefits vary by job classification or need.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must be a graduate of a law school meeting the standards of accreditation of the American Bar Association; possess and maintain a license to practice law in the State of New Mexico.
Education Substitution: None.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the practice of applicable law, or as a law clerk.
Experience Substitution: None.
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Worksite address
albuquerque, NM, 87101, US
Who can apply
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