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

Represent clients involved in various commercial transportation accidents, workplace injuries, breach of contract, premises liability, etc.

Provide comprehensive legal counsel and defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies operating primarily in commercial trucking transportation as well as other industries

Conduct thorough investigations into accidents, analyze evidence, asses liability, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances

Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings

Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to transportation and personal injury law

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

Work with expert witnesses on cases

Conduct site/scene inspections

### 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 2 years of experience in corporate litigation/insurance defense

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

Comfortable handling a case load of 20-30 cases

Experience managing cases from intake to settlement/trial

### 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. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution

Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)

AI legal tools - PointOne for time billing and Harvey AI

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