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Job Title
   Managing Attorney
Job Location
Las Vegas, NM
Job Type
Legal - Civil
Organization Information:
New Mexico Legal Aid
PO Box 25486
Albuquerque, NM 87125-5486
Position Description:
NMLA provides free civil legal services for low-income individuals and families in the following practice areas: domestic relations and domestic violence, housing, public benefits, and consumer issues. Duties include the daily management of the Law Office, as well as direct client representation.
Requirements:
Looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate and strongly committed to helping the disadvantaged in the community. Three (3) years of legal experience including supervisory responsibilities. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills, as well as law office management experience. The Managing Attorney will oversee litigation, manage an individual caseload and build collaborative relationships within the community. License to practice law in New Mexico preferred, or ability to sit for the next New Mexico Bar Exam.
How To Apply:
Send Cover Letter, Resume, Writing Sample and 3 references, to: Gloria A. Molinar, NMLA, PO Box 25486, Albuquerque, NM 87125-5486 or email to: gloriam@nmlegalaid.org;
Note:
Excellent fringe benefits (health, dental, 403b), generous leave. EEO Employer.
Salary:
$48,088 - $68,959, DOE
Submission Deadline:
11/25/2009
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