Associate Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Mayer LLPAlbuquerque, New MexicoHybridFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 4 days ago

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About this role

At Mayer LLP, we believe in doing law differently — with collaboration, innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare and immigration, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters and you’ll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business-driven legal solutions, Mayer is where you can make an impact.

Responsibilities

- Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to Medical Malpractice

- Develop case strategies, evaluate settlement value, and provide legal counsel to clients on their rights and legal options.

- Take lead on 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 case strategy discussions and negotiations

- Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records

- Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments in Medical Malpractice

Experience

- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

- Admission to the State Bar of New Mexico

- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in medical malpractice, complex litigation, wrongful death, or similar

- Previous experience working on cases with high exposure ($10M+)

- Strong research and writing skills

- Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong organizational and time management skills

- Willingness to travel when necessary

Technology

Mayer LLP has implemented the following technology platforms:

- Westlaw

- Harvey AI

- Coyote

- PointOne

- iManage

Benefits

- Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables - ability to earn an additional $52k annually

- Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm

- 10 company holidays + 4 early release days

- Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)

- 401k + firm match based on previous year revenue. In 2024 we matched up to 6%

- Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)

- Annual bar dues

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Compensation is commensurate with years of experience/bar admittance date