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Temporary Legal Assistant – Habeas Corpus Litigation Support Jobs in Albuquerque, NM at Sutin, Thayer & Browne, APC
Temporary Legal Assistant – Habeas Corpus Litigation Support
Sutin, Thayer & Browne is seeking a Temporary Legal Assistant to support our litigation team through a significant increase in writ of habeas corpus filings in the District of New Mexico. This is a temporary, project-based position created to provide dedicated scheduling, docketing, and communication support for the duration of the increased caseload. The initial assignment is expected to last approximately 6-9 months with the possibility of extension depending on caseload.
Who We Are & How We Can Grow Together:
We have been New Mexico’s trusted choice for legal services for over 80 years and we’re seeking to energize the traditional big law firm model. You’ll be part of a supportive team where excellence meets a vibrant workplace culture. Our teams handle everything from business transactions to litigation with a unique, client-focused approach and a collaborative spirit that sets us apart. Ready to grow with us? Let’s make it happen!
What You Will Do:
We’re looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive Legal Assistant to keep their attorneys running smoothly. This role is focused specifically on supporting the firm’s federal detainee habeas corpus caseload. You will work closely with the assigned attorneys to manage the intake, scheduling, and communication demands unique to this evolving habeas practice including coordination with courts, opposing counsel, and processing centers. You will need to be highly organized, remain calm under deadline pressure, and comfortable managing a high volume of time-sensitive matters at once.
This role is perfect for someone with writing, proofreading, and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll need to be efficient at multitasking with great attention to detail—organization is key!
This position reports to multiple attorneys and to the Human Resources Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Open, organize, and maintain case files for incoming writs of habeas corpus matters, including intake documentation and client/petitioner information.
- Calendar and docket all habeas-related deadlines, including statutory court-ordered response deadlines, hearing dates, and filing deadlines..
- Prepare, format, and file habeas corpus pleadings and related documents with the appropriate federal court.
- Create and organize files according to guidelines.
- Track case status across the federal habeas caseload and provide attorneys and clients with regular status updates and deadline reminders.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- · High school diploma or equivalent.
- · 1-2 years of legal assistant experience, in litigation practice area.
- · Knowledge of Odyssey, PACER, and other court filing systems preferred.
- · Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.
- · Knowledge of ProLaw, preferred.
- · Must have experience with office equipment and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
- · Must have the ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines.
- · Must be able to write and communicate well, effectively, and professionally.
- · Must be able to proofread documents.
- · Good typing skills.
- · Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
- · Good attendance and reliability is required.
- · Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- · Must have a professional demeanor.
- · Must have the ability to keep matters confidential.
Sutin, Thayer & Browne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, spousal affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
Work Location: In person
Title: Temporary Legal Assistant – Habeas Corpus Litigation Support
Company: Sutin, Thayer & Browne, APC
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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