Attorney Jobs in Santa Fe, NM

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Appellate Public Defender 3 (48977)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago

Specific to the Appellate Division, attorneys at this level carry an exclusively appellate caseload and the position is research and writing oriented....

Customer Success Advocate I

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Customer Success Advocate Sr

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Protection (DOJ #00001072)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago

This Attorney position exists to represent the interests of New Mexico and its residents. How does it get done?...

Attorney (RLD #10106318+)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago

Ideal Candidate The Financial Institutions Division is looking for candidates that demonstrate excellence in the following: Strong litigation, analytical, research, oral, written, and negotiation skills...

Experienced Courtroom Bilingual Immigration Attorney-REMOTE

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

As a remote Immigration Attorney, you will have regular contact with your clients and be able to communicate promptly at all times.As a remote Immigration Attorney, you will manage case files in an...

Public Defender 3 (10114907)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 days ago

The Appellate Division attorneys of this level interview clients and trial counsel, reviews the record and researches to support arguments that errors have been made by the lower courts....

Customer Success Advocate II

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Customer Service Advocate

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago

Mortgage Advocate/Office of the President will be responsible for resolving and responding to escalated or complex customer complaints from various channels, including internal departments or executives, attorneys...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $17.00 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $17.00 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of...

Assistant City Attorney

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY ASST CITY ATTNY Code : 1085-6 Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Location : CITY ATTORNEY Group : EXEMPT AT Job Class : ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY Posting Start : 05/22/2025 Posting End...

Intellectual Property Counsel

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced attorney to join our legal team....

Attorney (DOT/GO/BUS SUP #18547)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

The attorney will both assist and act as lead counsel in litigation, determine legal position and strategy, conduct investigations, assess exposure and litigation risk, draft and file legal documents...

Demographic Data for Santa Fe, NM

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Santa Fe, NM

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Santa Fe, NM offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
72.9%
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Santa Fe, NM
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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