Associate Attorney

Salary Range: 200000 to 400000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Why Join Us?

Why Join Us?
Top Pay: $200,000–$400,000 annually (base salary + performance bonuses paid twice monthly).
Sign-On Bonus: $25,000 bonus paid in increments over your first 6 months.
Relocation Assistance: $10,000 package to move to Albuquerque, NM.
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays.
Opportunities for community outreach and pro bono work.
Annual company goal trips and in-office perks (e.g., health bar).
Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
"Relocating to Albuquerque to join Parnall Law Firm was the best decision of my career. The team’s collaboration, culture, and support make a real difference—and I’ve never felt more fulfilled as an attorney."– Rob Johnson, Solo Practitioner, Attorney, Judge for 25 years in Kentucky
 
Why Move to Albuquerque?
Albuquerque offers the perfect combination of career opportunity and lifestyle:
Mild Weather & Sunshine: Enjoy sunny days year-round and a pleasant, mild climate.
Outdoor Adventures: The nearby Sandia Mountains provide incredible opportunities for hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation.
Stress-Free Commutes: With minimal traffic congestion, you’ll spend less time on the road and more time doing what you love.
Affordable Living: A cost of living significantly lower than most major cities.
Vibrant Community: A diverse city with rich culture, delicious cuisine, and plenty of entertainment options.
 

Your Role:

• Using intelligent, compassionate, and determined advocacy, your primary mission is to maximize recovery for the value of our client’s harm and the wrong that caused it. You will be a key member of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
 
• Results / Outcomes:
• Be in the office from 8 AM to 5 PM, if not attending meetings, hearings, depositions, or trials. (Attend daily huddles at 8 AM.)
• Review and note action on out-of-standard cases with the lead attorney weekly.
• Resolve 95% of cases within Full Settlement Value.
• Generate $1.5 Million in attorney fees per year.
• Achieve a positive client review rate of 95%.
 
• Duties / Responsibilities:
 
• Intake / First Meeting with Clients:
• Show compassion and build trust.
• Document all facts pertinent to liability, damages, and coverage.
• Outline client and office action items to posture the case effectively.
 
• Investigation:
• Direct investigations to build strong cases for trial.
• Assess insurance coverage and gather critical evidence.
 
• Negotiation:
• Prepare cases for trial while evaluating Full Settlement Value.
• Maintain relationships with adjusters while negotiating aggressively and strategically.
• File suit when necessary and guide clients through the litigation process.
 
• Litigation:
• Prepare pleadings and discovery for lawsuits.
• Strategize and execute trial preparations, mediation, or arbitration.
 
• General Responsibilities:
• Timely review and sign correspondence drafted by team members.
• Collaborate effectively to ensure cases move efficiently through the process.