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Attorney

• Manage an active caseload of consumer debt lawsuits from initial appearance through resolution or trial
• Evaluate each case and develop a case-specific defense and resolution strategy
• Manage matters from Notice of Appearance and Answer through settlement, dismissal, summary judgment, mediation, or trial
• Identify procedural, evidentiary, standing, documentation, and other potential defenses
• Maintain proactive case timelines and move matters toward resolution
• Balance legal strategy with client goals, financial circumstances, risks, and practical realities
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Analyze plaintiff-produced documents and identify evidentiary or substantive weaknesses
• Prepare and argue motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, motions to compel, and other dispositive and non-dispositive motions
• Handle discovery disputes and related hearings
• Prepare for and conduct or defend depositions when appropriate
• Attend Zoom and remote hearings throughout New Mexico
• Attend in-person proceedings when necessary
• Prepare matters for contested hearings and trial
• Organize evidence, witnesses, exhibits, legal arguments, and trial strategy
• Advocate for clients before judges and opposing counsel
• Evaluate settlement opportunities and negotiate strategically with opposing counsel
• Advise clients regarding litigation risk, settlement options, and next steps
• Resolve matters through dismissal, settlement, mediation, arbitration, judgment, or trial
• Communicate clearly and consistently with clients and explain litigation strategy and options
• Work closely with legal assistants, paralegals, and other attorneys
• Provide direction and guidance regarding case strategy and litigation priorities
• Help develop team members and improve consistency across the practice
• Improve legal strategies, templates, workflows, and internal processes
• Utilize legal technology, AI, and automation tools
• Identify recurring patterns across cases and contribute ideas improving client experience, case outcomes, and division performance

Debt Defense Litigation Attorney