Associate Attorney — Medical Malpractice

Job overview

The Associate Attorney — Medical Malpractice role is hybrid in Albuquerque, NM, with three days per week in the office and two days at home. Pay is $110,000–$165,000 per year. The attorney joins Mayer LLP’s litigation practice at a firm serving clients across the Southwest. The attorney manages medical malpractice cases from beginning to end, conducting research, developing case strategies, advising clients, drafting filings, and participating in depositions, hearings, trials, and negotiations. The work advances client interests through case management and legal advocacy.

What you'll do

• Conduct legal research and analysis
• develop case strategies and evaluate settlement value
• advise clients on rights and legal options
• lead cases from beginning to end
• draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
• communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• participate in strategy discussions and negotiations
• manage case files
• attend continuing legal education.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

medical malpractice

hybrid

albuquerque nm

mayer llp

litigation

case strategy

legal research

new mexico bar

$110k-$165k/year

three days in office

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables, with potential to earn an additional $52,000 annually
• health, dental, and vision benefits
• 10 company holidays and four early-release days
• 401(k) with firm match
• employee referral bonus
• annual bar dues.

Why this role

The posting seeks New Mexico State Bar admission and ideally at least three years of relevant litigation experience; travel may be required when necessary.

About the employer

Mayer LLP is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.