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Job Description Job Description The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputable law firm, and we are looking to hire an experienced Of Counsel Attorney - Probate to support its growing New Mexico practice.This is a flexible Of Counsel opportunity for an attorney with experience handling New Mexico probate courts, estate administration, guardianship, conservatorship, and related court procedures.This role is ideal for an attorney Who has their own practice or other professional commitments but is interested in taking on additional probate-related matters referred by a growing multi-state law firm.Who can help the firm serve New Mexico clients locally, appear in court when needed, and provide practical, reliable support on probate and estate-related matters.Schedule: Flexible Part-Time Practice Areas: Civil Litigation, Probate, Guardianship, Conservatorship & Estate-Related DisputesWhat You'll Do:Handle New Mexico probate and estate administration mattersRepresent clients in probate court proceedingsManage & assist with guardianship and conservatorship mattersDraft and review probate pleadings, petitions, motions, notices, and related filingsAttend hearings, status conferences, and other court appearances as neededGuide clients through the probate process, timelines, required documents, and next stepsCommunicate clearly with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal team membersHelp evaluate new probate-related matters for scope, complexity, and fitSupport contested probate or probate-adjacent litigation where experience allowsProvide local New Mexico court knowledge and procedural guidanceWhat We're Looking ForQualifications & ExperienceActive New Mexico bar admission and good standingExperience with probate, estate administration, guardianship, or conservatorshipFamiliarity with New Mexico probate court proceduresAlbuquerque preferred, but attorneys anywhere in New Mexico will be consideredAdditional Skills & AttributesAbility to appear in court as neededStrong client communication and interpersonal skillsSound judgment, professionalism, and attention to detailAbility to manage referred matters independently, responsibly with minimal supervisionStrong responsiveness with clients and internal firm contactsComfort working within a flexible Of Counsel relationshipPreferred ExperienceAdditional experience in any of the following is a plus:Contested probate mattersEstate planning and trust administrationFiduciary disputesReal estate or business matters involving estatesCivil litigation involving probate-related disputesWhat You Can ExpectWork and Compensation StructureCompensation: 55% of collected billings, or hourly rateFlexible Of Counsel relationship, not a traditional full-time employee roleWork volume may vary based on firm needs and client demandIn-person court appearances may be required depending on the matter, court, and client needsWhy join the firm?Join a growing New Mexico practice with increasing demand for local probate support.The opportunity offers:Access to referred probate and estate-related matters from a multi-state law firmCollaboration with experienced attorneys and legal support teamsFlexibility to accept matters based on experience and availabilityHelp provide clients with trusted local probate and estate guidanceBuild a productive, long-term relationship with a growing firmExpand your practice without the commitment of a full-time roleIf you're a New Mexico-licensed attorney seeking meaningful probate work with the support of an established firm, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn how your experience can contribute to the continued success of the firm's growing New Mexico practice. PandoLogic.