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 Disputes
What You’ll Do:
- Handle New Mexico probate and estate
administration matters
- Represent clients in probate court
proceedings
- Manage & assist with guardianship
and conservatorship matters
- Draft and review probate pleadings,
petitions, motions, notices, and related filings
- Attend hearings, status conferences, and
other court appearances as needed
- Guide clients through the probate
process, timelines, required documents, and next steps
- Communicate clearly with clients,
courts, opposing counsel, and internal team members
- Help evaluate new probate-related
matters for scope, complexity, and fit
- Support contested probate or
probate-adjacent litigation where experience allows
- Provide local New Mexico court knowledge
and procedural guidance
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Active
New Mexico bar admission and good standing
- Experience
with probate, estate administration, guardianship, or conservatorship
- Familiarity
with New Mexico probate court procedures
- Albuquerque preferred, but attorneys
anywhere in New Mexico will be considered
Additional Skills & Attributes
- Ability
to appear in court as needed
- Strong
client communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound
judgment, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Ability
to manage referred matters independently, responsibly with minimal
supervision
- Strong
responsiveness with clients and internal firm contacts
- Comfort
working within a flexible Of Counsel relationship
Preferred Experience
Additional experience in any of the following is a
plus:
- Contested probate matters
- Estate planning and trust administration
- Fiduciary disputes
- Real estate or business matters
involving estates
- Civil litigation involving
probate-related disputes
What You Can Expect
Work and Compensation Structure
- Compensation: 55% of collected billings,
or hourly rate
- Flexible Of Counsel relationship, not a
traditional full-time employee role
- Work volume may vary based on firm needs
and client demand
- In-person court appearances may be
required depending on the matter, court, and client needs
Why 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 firm
- Collaboration
with experienced attorneys and legal support teams
- Flexibility to accept matters
based on experience and availability
- Help
provide clients with trusted local probate and estate guidance
- Build
a productive, long-term relationship with a growing firm
- Expand your practice without the
commitment of a full-time role
If 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.