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Managing Attorney is responsible for managing the daily operations of a law firm or an organization's legal department. Provides leadership and participates in the most complex legal actions. Being a Managing Attorney directs law office operations, case assignments, and staffing. Oversees the activities and work products of subordinate attorneys. Additionally, Managing Attorney monitors case status, timelines, and issues. Mentors and coaches attorneys and implements staff professional development programs. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to top legal executive. The Managing Attorney manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Managing Attorney typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Managing Attorney Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis offices
  • New Mexico Legal Aid
  • Hobbs, NM FULL_TIME
  • Managing Attorney Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis offices

    Roswell or Hobbs, New Mexico

    New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, and benefits. NMLA has locations throughout the state including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Gallup, Roswell, Silver City, Clovis, Hobbs, Las Vegas, Taos, and Santa Ana Pueblo.

    NMLA is seeking a Managing Attorney for its Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis Offices to help lead NMLA's advocacy efforts throughout Southeast New Mexico. The position is based in Hobbs or Roswell but will require travel.

    The Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis Managing Attorney will report to the Deputy Director and Director of Litigation.

    For this position, the Managing Attorney will be responsible for:

    • Supervising and mentoring staff attorneys, paralegals, other staff and volunteers.
    • Performing administrative duties and working in close collaboration with other members of NMLA's management team.
    • Carrying a caseload as sole counsel or co-counsel for low-income individuals in a wide variety of poverty law areas including:
      • Family law
      • Housing
      • Public Benefits
      • Consumer issues
    • Participating in community education and outreach to eligible clients.
    • Recruitment and collaboration with pro bono attorneys.
    • Being active in local bar and community activities.
    The Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis offices handle creative, challenging, and complex work. We are looking for highly motivated candidates who are passionate and strongly committed to helping NMLA better serve our client communities, including development of effective team strategies to handle complex advocacy and extended representation cases.

    Requirements

    • Experience as a licensed attorney.
    • Admission to practice in New Mexico required.
    • Prior experience in administrative and supervisory roles is preferred.
    • Experience in supervising legal advocacy in Federal, State and/or Tribal Court.
    • Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse low-income populations.
    • Excellent communication, writing and analytical skills.
    • Must be able to effectively use computer technology and remote communications systems, including shared on-line workspaces, web meeting and videoconferencing software, to effectively supervise and co-counsel with staff located in multiple offices.
    • Self-motivated individuals with strong inter-personal and managerial skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks, manage a caseload and build collaborative relationships within the staff and the community.
    • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
    • Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

    Applicant's life experience, as well as academic and professional experience, will be considered. The position requires a background check.

    NMLA Employees Enjoy

    • A great work environment
    • Great benefits including generous leave
    • Competitive salary

    NMLA provides comprehensive benefits, holiday and leave packages. For information about NMLA's generous benefits, and what it is like to work at NMLA click here.

    Provide a current resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and the mission of NMLA by clicking here to apply. Your application will not be considered unless we receive both of these documents. As an alternative, you can email the applicant packet to jobs@nmlegalaid.org.

    Salary: DOE, NMLA is an EEO Employer. Deadline: until filled. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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Managing Attorney – Statewide Intake, Referral and Advice (IRA)
  • New Mexico Legal Aid Inc
  • , NM FULL_TIME
  • Flexible Location in New Mexico New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer prot...
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Managing Attorney- Consumer Law Practice Group
  • New Mexico Legal Aid Inc
  • , NM FULL_TIME
  • Flexible Location in New Mexico New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer prot...
  • 16 Days Ago
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Managing Attorney Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis offices
  • New Mexico Legal Aid Inc
  • , NM FULL_TIME
  • Managing Attorney Hobbs, Roswell and Clovis offices Roswell or Hobbs, New Mexico New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues incl...
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Trial Attorney
  • Office of Second Judicial District Attorney
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • The Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney improves the quality of life of the citizens of Bernalillo County by reducing crime through thoughtful enforcement of the law and the development of...
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Trial Attorney
  • Office of Second Judicial District Attorney
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • The Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney improves the quality of life of the citizens of Bernalillo County by reducing crime through thoughtful enforcement of the law and the development of...
  • 2 Months Ago
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Managing Attorney
  • Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc
  • Show Low, AZ
  • JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ATTORNEY – SHOW LOW OFFICE DESCRIPTION: Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. is hiring a Managing Attorney ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Managing Attorney (SLS)
  • CHIRLA
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • JOB TITLE – Managing Attorney (SLS) POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Managing Attorney is a member of the legal department who ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Practice Management Attorney
  • State Bar of Arizona
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Did you become a lawyer to help people? Does the opportunity to improve the entire Arizona legal profession sound appeal...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Managing Attorney
  • Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.
  • New York, NY
  • Summary: The Managing Attorney overseeing Docketing and eFiling plays a critical role in managing the firm's docketing o...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Managing Attorney
  • Legal Aid Society of Mid New York Inc
  • Oneonta, NY
  • Job Description Job Description EXTERNAL JOB POSTING POSITION TITLE Managing Staff Attorney OFFICE LOCATION Oneonta, NY ...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Managing Attorney
  • The Access Project, Inc.
  • Richmond, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Access Project, Inc., a startup non-profit legal services provider, is seeking an at...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Managing Attorney
  • Superior Executive And Legal Recruiting
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Title: Managing Attorney Work Setup: Remote Are you an experienced attorney with a genui...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Investment Management Attorney
  • Howard-Sloan Search
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Well established investment advisor with $21B AUM seeks a T&E or Investment Management Lawyer with a minimum of 10 years...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About New Mexico

New Mexico (Spanish: Nuevo México Spanish pronunciation: [ˈnweβo ˈmexiko] (listen), Navajo: Yootó Hahoodzo pronounced [jòːtxó xɑ̀xʷòːtsò]) is a state in the Southwestern region of the United States of America; its capital and cultural center is Santa Fe, which was founded in 1610 as capital of Nuevo México (itself established as a province of New Spain in 1598), while its largest city is Albuquerque with its accompanying metropolitan area. It is one of the Mountain States and shares the Four Corners region with Utah, Colorado, and Arizona; its other neighboring states are Oklahoma to the north...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Managing Attorney jobs
$170,335 to $234,583

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What does a Managing Attorney do?

Managing Attorney in Tuscaloosa, AL
The attorney will also convene stakeholder meetings, conduct government briefings, conduct protection monitoring of the Mexican/U.S.
January 28, 2020
Managing Attorney in Cincinnati, OH
The Managing Attorney proficiently and collaboratively manages all of the program’s obligations.
January 29, 2020
Managing Attorney in San Francisco, CA
Reporting to the Legal Director and serving as an integral member of the CAASE management team, the Managing Attorney, Civil serves as the program leader of the Civil Division of the Legal Department, ensuring that this division operates efficiently and effectively.
February 09, 2020